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Synonyms of bit by bit

7 similar words

Another word for bit by bit is incrementally. Other synonyms of bit by bit are stepwise.

Synonyms and similar words for bit by bit

adverbA small amount at a time.

little by littleA small amount at a time.
incrementallyIn an incremental fashion; by small changes.
step by stepGradually and steadily.
stepwiseOne step or stage at a time; step by step.
footmealStep by step: incrementally, little by little, by degrees, one foot (measure) at a time.
gradatimStep by step; gradually and methodically.
piece by pieceIn gradual stages.

Meaning of bit by bit

adverb A small amount at a time.

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Questions about synonyms of bit by bit

What is another word for bit by bit?: Bit by bit has 7 synonyms on Word.ws, such as incrementally and stepwise.
What does bit by bit mean?: Bit by bit means a small amount at a time.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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