stepwise-assessed
|step-wise-as-sessed|
/ˈstɛpˌwaɪz əˈsɛst/
gradual evaluation
Etymology
'stepwise-assessed' originates from the combination of 'stepwise' and 'assessed'. 'Stepwise' comes from 'step' meaning 'a stage in a process' and the suffix '-wise' indicating 'in the manner of'. 'Assessed' is derived from the Latin 'assessus', meaning 'to sit beside' or 'to evaluate'.
'stepwise' evolved from the Old English 'stæpe' meaning 'step', and 'assessed' from the Latin 'assessus'. The combination into 'stepwise-assessed' is a modern English construct.
Initially, 'stepwise' meant 'in steps', and 'assessed' meant 'evaluated'. Together, they convey the idea of evaluation in stages.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
evaluated or judged in a sequential or gradual manner, often in stages or steps.
The project was stepwise-assessed to ensure each phase met the required standards.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 02:26