springboard
noun/ˈsprɪŋˌbɔrd/
Frequency rank: #13,246 most common English word
Meaning
something that provides a strong starting point or advantage for further achievement.
Example sentence
The internship served as springboard for her career in finance.
Synonyms & related words
- launchpad
- foundation
- stepping-stone
- catalyst
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