stepped

[stept]

stepped Definition

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

• walked
• moved
• proceeded
• advanced

Antonyms for stepped

• stood
• remained
• stayed

Phrases with stepped

• step aside

  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.

• step out of line

  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.