Stepping Stone

A2 8+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of stepping stone

bridge
catalyst
springboard

Antonyms of stepping stone

obstacle
setback
hindrance

Collocations of stepping stone

career advancement
Frequency: 70 %

Getting a promotion was a stepping stone to her career advancement.

financial stability
Frequency: 65 %

Saving money each month was a stepping stone to achieving financial stability.

education
Frequency: 60 %

Obtaining a bachelor's degree was a stepping stone to furthering her education.

personal growth
Frequency: 50 %

Traveling to different countries was a stepping stone to her personal growth.

relationship
Frequency: 45 %

Communication was a stepping stone to improving their relationship.

Idiomatic Expressions for stepping stone

  • Phrase: use someone as a stepping stone
    Meaning: to take advantage of someone to advance one's own position
    Usage: He used his friend as a stepping stone to get a promotion.