stepped

[stept]

stepped Definition

  • 1past tense and past participle of 'step'
  • 2walked by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place, or put your foot on or in something
  • 3to take action or do something

Using stepped: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "stepped" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She stepped onto the stage and began to sing.

  • Example

    He stepped into the shower and turned on the water.

  • Example

    I stepped up to help when I saw that they needed assistance.

  • Example

    The company stepped in to provide financial support for the project.

stepped Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for stepped

Antonyms for stepped

Phrases with stepped

  • move to one side to allow someone else to pass or take over

    Example

    He stepped aside to let the other runners pass him.

  • step up

    increase in intensity or effort; take responsibility or initiative

    Example

    We need to step up our efforts if we want to finish this project on time.

  • behave inappropriately or contrary to expectations or rules

    Example

    If you step out of line again, there will be consequences.

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Summary: stepped in Brief

'Stepped' [stept] is the past tense and past participle of 'step,' which means to walk by lifting one foot and putting it down in a different place. It can also mean to take action or do something, as in 'I stepped up to help when I saw that they needed assistance.' Other phrases include 'step aside,' meaning to move to one side to allow someone else to pass or take over, and 'step up,' meaning to increase in intensity or effort.

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