Gradually

/ˈɡrædʒ.u.ə.li/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a gradual manner; slowly or by degrees.

The temperature gradually increased as the day went on.

In a way that is not sudden; over a period of time.

She gradually became more confident in her abilities.

To approach a certain state or condition over time.

The landscape gradually changed as we drove farther north.

To develop or progress slowly and steadily.

He is gradually improving his skills through practice.

From Latin 'gradualis', meaning 'of steps or stages'.

gradually improve

To make progress slowly over time.

gradually increase

To rise or go up slowly over time.

gradually fade

To diminish slowly and steadily.

gradual

Taking place or progressing in small steps.

graduate

To move up to a new stage or level.

Little by little.

We're making progress, gradually, you know.

Slowly but surely.

I'll get this done, gradually.