Phases: meaning, definitions and examples

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phases

 

[ feษชzษชz ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

in science

distinct stages in a process of change or development

Synonyms

periods, stages, steps.

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Word Description / Examples
phases

Used to describe different distinct periods or parts within a process or development.

  • We are currently in the planning phase of the project.
  • The moon has different phases throughout the month.
stages

Refers to distinct steps within a development process, often emphasizing progression.

  • The company is in the early stages of development.
  • Cancer can progress through various stages.
steps

Imply specific actions or measures taken in a sequential order to accomplish a task.

  • There are several steps to follow in the experiment.
  • Please follow the steps outlined in the user manual.
periods

Typically refers to distinct intervals of time, often historical or relating to schedules.

  • The Renaissance was a remarkable period in history.
  • The school day is divided into six periods.

Examples of usage

  • The moon goes through different phases throughout the month.
  • The project is in its final phase of completion.
Context #2 | Noun

in linguistics

distinct forms of a language that are used in different situations

Synonyms

forms, registers, varieties.

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Word Description / Examples
phases

Used to describe distinct periods or stages in a process, development, or temporal sequence.

  • The project will be completed in several phases.
  • The moon goes through different phases each month.
forms

Used to describe different shapes, structures, or types of something.

  • Exercise comes in many different forms.
  • He needs to fill out several forms at the doctor's office.

Examples of usage

  • The use of slang is common in informal phases of communication.
  • Learning different phases of a language can help in understanding its nuances.
Context #3 | Verb

in astronomy

to adjust a telescope or other optical instrument in order to bring it into its best condition for use

Synonyms

adjust, align, calibrate.

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Word Description / Examples
phases

Use this term when referring to distinct stages or steps in a process or development. Ideal for discussing cyclical or progressive changes.

  • The project will be completed in three phases.
  • The moon goes through several phases each month.
align

This term is suitable when discussing the act of arranging or positioning things in a straight line or making sure they are in proper correlation.

  • You need to align the text to the center of the page.
  • Their goals are aligned with the company's mission.
calibrate

Use this word when referring to the precise adjustment of equipment or instruments to ensure accuracy, often in technical or scientific settings.

  • The engineer calibrated the machine to ensure it was working correctly.
  • We need to calibrate the scales before use.
adjust

This word is best used when making small changes to correct or improve something, often in response to new conditions or feedback.

  • After getting feedback, I had to adjust my presentation.
  • He adjusted the seat for a more comfortable position.

Examples of usage

  • The astronomer needed to phase the telescope to get a clear view of the stars.

Translations

Translations of the word "phases" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น fases

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคšเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Phasen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ fase

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะฐะทะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ fazy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใ‚งใƒผใ‚บ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท phases

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ fases

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท aลŸamalar

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹จ๊ณ„๋“ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุงุญู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ fรกze

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ fรกzy

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้˜ถๆฎต

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ faze

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ fasa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบะตะทะตาฃะดะตั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒแƒ–แƒ”แƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mษ™rhษ™lษ™lษ™r

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ fases

Etymology

The word 'phases' has its origin in the Greek word 'phaseis', meaning 'appearance' or 'aspect'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. Over time, the term has been used in various fields such as science, linguistics, and astronomy to describe different aspects or stages of a process. Today, 'phases' is commonly used to denote distinct stages or forms in a variety of contexts.

See also: phase.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,401, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.