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Gradually

adverb

/ˈɡrædʒ.u.ə.li/

Meaning

slowly and steadily over a period of time

Slowly and steadily, taking place step by step.

The weather gradually became warmer in spring.

She gradually improved her English over the year.

slowly, progressively, steadily, step by step

Entry 1

slowly, progressively, steadily, step by step

Entry 2

slowly, steadily, progressively, step by step

suddenly, abruptly, immediately, instantly

Entry 1

suddenly, abruptly, immediately, instantly

Entry 2

suddenly, abruptly

gradually increase, gradually improve, gradually decline, gradually change

Entry 1

gradually increase, gradually improve, gradually decline, gradually change

Entry 2

gradually increase, gradually change, gradually improve, gradually decline

used for emphasis; also; including

Used to add information that supports or emphasizes what has already been said.

in a smooth, effortless, and articulate manner; with ease and skill

at an earlier time or before now

at what time

to a great extent or degree