Incremental
/ɪnˈkrɛmɛntl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Describing gradual, step-by-step increases or additions, especially in legal processes or rights.
The court approved incremental changes to patent laws to address emerging technologies.
Forms
- incrementally
Commentary
Use 'incremental' to emphasize changes or developments occurring in small, measured stages rather than all at once.
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