gradually

grad-u-al-ly · adverb

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Definitions

adverb

  1. 1.

    In a gradual manner; slowly and by small degrees over time.

  2. 2.

    Progressively; in stages rather than all at once.

Related words

Antonyms: abruptly, immediately, suddenly
See also: gradual, progressively, slowly
Synonyms: incrementally, progressively, slowly, step by step

Etymology

From Latin gradus ("step, degree") + suffix "-ally." The word suggests movement in steps or stages.