springboard Definition

catalyst, impetus, gateway, platform, momentum, foundation, ladder, lever, jump, diver, dive, diving, starting, ramp, basis, wheelchair, bridge, base, stimulus, pad, stone, departure, stepping-stone, take-off, launchpad, catapult, launching pad, stepping stone, steppingstone, launch pad, toehold, foothold, slingshot, prelude, focal point, precursor, bridgehead, spur, fillip, bargaining chip, spark, harbinger, metaphor, counterweight, kickstart, measuring stick, segue, showcase, fodder, jumpstart, boost, foreshadowing, bookend, omen, groundwork, inspiration, motivation, opportunity, augurs, parlay, microcosm, touchstone, exclamation point, template, conduit, centerpiece, fulcrum, beachhead, spearhead, catapault, boon, disincentive, counterbalance, morale booster, motivator, capstone, guidepost, foretaste, cannon fodder, contender, linchpin, presage, dress rehearsal, triumph, litmus test, leapfrog, wellspring, tonic, tuneup, forerunner, blueprint, stoke, keystone, sparring partner, portent, excuse, rallying cry, bludgeon, punching bag, curtain raiser,