gradually — in a gradual way; slowly over a period of time
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a gradual way; slowly over a period of time
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈɡrædʒuəli/
Example Sentences
- My coffee addiction gradually turned me into a zombie without my morning cup.
- She gradually learned to speak Korean fluently.
- The sunset gradually painted the sky in brilliant colors.
gradually
ADVERB[/ˈɡrædʒuəli/]
in a gradual way; slowly over a period of time
in a gradual way; slowly over a period of time
Growing gradually, eventually becoming naturally magnificent!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Middle English and Old French 'graduel', derived from Latin 'gradualis' meaning 'relating to steps or degrees', which comes from 'gradus' meaning 'step' or 'degree'.
Breakdown
gradual (adjective: proceeding by small degrees or steps) + -ly (adverb suffix: in a specified manner) = gradually
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📝Examples
“My coffee addiction gradually turned me into a zombie without my morning cup.”
“She gradually learned to speak Korean fluently.”
“The sunset gradually painted the sky in brilliant colors.”
“My bank account balance is gradually approaching zero, just like my motivation on Monday mornings.”
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