Synonyms for piecewise
- adverb
Most common
Definitions
- adv. 1
In terms or by means of pieces; a piece at a time.
Near-synonyms: piecemeal, apiece
Example sentences
- piecemeal The information is leaking piecemeal to the press.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| piecewise | rising | |
| piecemeal | falling |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- apiece2
- 9 letters
- piecemeal2
The small number after each word is its number of syllables (apiece2 = 2 syllables).