What is another word for stepping-stone?
Pronunciation:
[ stˈɛpɪŋstˈə͡ʊn], [ stˈɛpɪŋstˈəʊn], [ s_t_ˈɛ_p_ɪ_ŋ_s_t_ˈəʊ_n]
Table of Contents
Similar words for stepping-stone:
Synonyms for Stepping-stone:
n.
• means (noun)- gimmick,
- aid,
- instrumentality,
- route,
- vehicle,
- mode,
- power,
- measure,
- channel,
- factor,
- equipment,
- ministry,
- tactic,
- step,
- ways and means,
- paraphernalia,
- process,
- fashion,
- trick,
- mechanism,
- organization,
- medium,
- agent,
- path,
- instrumentation,
- intermediary,
- technique,
- auspices,
- instrument,
- machinery,
- agency,
- course,
- road,
- expedient,
- dodge,
- apparatus,
- stepping-stones,
- system,
- avenue,
- organ,
- steppingstone,
- manner,
- modus operandi.
Other synonyms:
• Other relevant words (noun):- foundation,
- rundle,
- hyphen,
- rung,
- overpass,
- handmaid,
- midwife,
- fair game,
- cradle,
- Vinculum,
- footrest,
- stair,
- scaffolding,
- gangplank,
- span,
- flyover,
- connective,
- footstep,
- gangway,
- drawbridge,
- tread,
- bracket,
- copula,
- scale,
- stone,
- occasion,
- opportunity,
- isthmus,
- viaduct,
- bond,
- opening,
- bridge,
- stave,
- spoke,
- scaffold,
- room,
- obstetrician,
- string,
- catwalk,
- groundwork,
- overcrossing.
How to use "Stepping-stone" in context?
When looking for a stepping-stone to a successful career, many people think about pursuing a degree in a specific area of study. However, there are many other paths that can lead to success. For example, some people find success after taking a short-term job while they figure out their career path. This is often called a stepping-stone job.
A stepping-stone job is a temporary job that helps you find a permanent career. It can help you understand the jobs and career paths available to you and can provide you with experience that you can use when you search for a longer-term job.
Paraphrases for Stepping-stone:
Paraphrases are highlighted according to their relevancy:
-
Forward Entailment
-
Noun, singular or mass
step.
-
Noun, singular or mass
-
Independent
-
Adjective
acting, exploratory, initial, introductory, midterm, preliminary, preparatory, provisional, transitional, transitory, mid-term, a.i..
-
Adjective
-
Other Related
-
Adjective
interim, intermediary, intermediate, milestone, temporary, Stepping.
-
Noun, singular or mass
milestone, platform, springboard, stage.
-
Adjective
Word of the Day
- Synonyms:
- enlivener, reformist, refresher, renovator, restorer, Modernizer, Regenerator, Reviver, recharger.
