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gradually

//ˈɡɹæd͡ʒuəli//

Adverb

A word that modifies a verb, adjective, another adverb, or a clause.

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Forms

Comparative
more gradually
Superlative
most gradually

Definitions

  1. 1.In a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.

    • The most likely conclusion, the researchers say, is that the Levallois method was not taken to Eurasia by African migrants, but evolved there gradually and independently.

Frequency

Overall

Uncommon· #3728

By learning goal

Everyday conversation
Rare
General reading & writing
Uncommon
Academic
Rare
Literature
Rare

Etymology

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English gradual

Middle English -ly

English -ly

English gradually

From gradual + -ly.

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