Phase

Meaning

a distinct period or stage in a process of change or development

a distinct period or stage in a process of development

Example Sentences

The project is now in its final phase.

We are in the final phase of the project.

Synonyms

stage, step, period, chapter, phase

Entry 1

stage, step, period, chapter

Entry 2

stage, period, phase, step

Antonyms

whole, entirety, completion, beginning

Entry 1

whole, entirety, completion

Entry 2

whole, beginning

Collocations

development phase, testing phase, final phase, early phase, next phase, transition phase

Entry 1

development phase, testing phase, final phase

Entry 2

final phase, early phase, next phase, transition phase