Definition

Having a shape or appearance that is similar to a step.

Example

The garden had a steplike design, with each level rising higher than the last.

Conversation

Have you seen that new park downtown?

Yeah, I went there last weekend!

I love how they made the paths steplike to create different levels.

It really adds a nice touch to the landscape.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steplike → It is formed from "step" (from Old English *stæpe*, meaning a movement made by lifting the foot and placing it down) and "-like" (meaning resembling or having the characteristics of). The word "steplike" describes something that resembles or has the characteristics of steps.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'step' as a movement made by lifting your foot, and '-like' means resembling. So, steplike refers to something that resembles steps.

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