Definition

Describing something that has multiple distinct stages or phases.

Example

The multiphasic approach to treatment allows for better management of complex conditions.

Conversation

I heard that your new project is going to be quite multiphasic.

Yeah, it's going to have several stages to it.

That sounds interesting! How do you plan to manage all those phases?

I think breaking it down will help me stay organized throughout the multiphasic process.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multiphasic → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "phasos" (from Greek, meaning stage or phase) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "multiphasic" refers to something that has many stages or phases.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') stages or 'phases' ('phasos') to remember that 'multiphasic' describes something involving multiple phases.

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