Pronunciation

/ˈɡrædʒuəli/

Definitions

• Adverb: In a gradual manner; by slow degrees or stages; not suddenly or abruptly, but steadily and consistently over time.

Example usage:

• Adverb: The snow began to fall gradually throughout the day, accumulating into a thick blanket by evening.

Phrases

• “Gradually improve”: To slowly but consistently get better over time.
• “Gradually increase/decrease”: To slowly raise or lower something in amount, intensity, or frequency.
• “Gradually adapt/adjust”: To slowly become accustomed to new conditions or circumstances.

Example Sentences

• Adverb (in a sentence): She gradually built up her stamina through regular exercise.
• Adverb (in a sentence): Over the years, his interest in music gradually dwindled.
• Adverb (in a sentence): The team’s performance has been gradually improving with each passing game.

Synonyms

• Slowly
• Steadily
• Incrementally
• Progressively
• By degrees
• Little by little
• Bit by bit
• Gradationally
• Leisurely