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- Dictionarygradual/ˈɡradʒʊəl/
adjective
- 1. taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees: "the gradual introduction of new methods" Similar Opposite
- 2. (of a slope) not steep or abrupt. Similar Opposite
noun
- 1. (in the Western Christian Church) a response sung or recited between the Epistle and Gospel in the Mass.
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GRADUAL definition: 1. happening or changing slowly over a long period of time or distance: 2. happening or changing…. Learn more.
How to use gradual in a sentence. moving, changing, or developing by fine or often imperceptible degrees; proceeding by steps or degrees… See the full definition
A gradual change or process happens in small stages over a long period of time, rather than suddenly. Her progress at school has been gradual. American English : gradual / ˈgrædʒuəl /
Use the adjective gradual to describe something that happens slowly, bit by bit, like the gradual decrease in the amount of daylight in winter. Gradual can also apply to the gentle slope of landforms like hills.
Definition of gradual adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
happening or changing slowly over a long period of time or distance: gradual improvement There has been a gradual improvement in our sales figures over the last two years. gradual change As you go farther south, you will notice a gradual change of climate. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. slow You're so slow - hurry up!
There are eight meanings listed in OED's entry for the adjective gradual, four of which are labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence.
happening slowly over a period of time: a gradual change / improvement. Fewer examples. The change has been gradual. There's been a gradual decline in visitors to the museum. There's been a gradual improvement in the school's performance. We have noticed a gradual increase in prices. Getting over someone's death is a very gradual process.
There are three meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun gradual, one of which is labelled obsolete. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. gradual has developed meanings and uses in subjects including.
1. taking place, changing, moving, etc., by small degrees or little by little: gradual improvement. 2. rising or descending at an even, moderate inclination: a gradual slope.
