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Gradually Meaning

Gradually means little by little.

adverb 9 letters medium word
Dictionary definition

slowly and step by step over time.

Example sentences

Gradually in a sentence

easy

The chart helped us understand gradually in a clear way.

medium

In class discussion, we used gradually to compare the results.

hard

The reading passage used gradually to explain changes in amount and degree.

Synonyms

Words like Gradually

greatlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
slowlyClose in meaning in many contexts.
Antonyms

Opposite words

barelyHelpful contrast for meaning.
slightlyHelpful contrast for meaning.
Word family

Gradually word family

Base word

gradually

adverb

gradually

Base form.

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