What does PHASE mean?

Parts of Speech

Noun, Verb

Definitions

• Noun: a distinct period or stage in a series of events or a process of change or development.
• Verb: carry out (something) in gradual stages.

Pronunciations

• US: /feɪz/
• UK: /feɪz/

Origin and Usage

The word "phase" originated from the Greek word "phaínein" meaning "to appear". It was first used in English in the 1600s to refer to the appearance or aspect of something. Later on, it was used to describe a particular stage in a process or development. As a verb, "phase" means to carry out something in gradual stages.

Synonyms

• Stage
• Period
• Step
• Aspect
• Part

Related Words

• Phage
• Chase
• Phare
• Haste
• Phase

Example Sentences

• The project is currently in the planning phase.
• The company is phasing out its older products to make way for new ones.
• The moon goes through different phases throughout the month.