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/
Korean meaning: 점차적으로, 서서히
Korean pronunciation: **그래**쥬얼리
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!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳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'.
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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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