Gradation

/ˌɡreɪˈdeɪʃən/

Meaning & Definition

noun

a systematic progression or arrangement of elements, typically in a series of steps or degrees.

The artist demonstrated a gradation of color from light to dark in her painting.

the process of changing gradually from one condition or form to another.

There is a clear gradation of temperature from the equator to the poles.

the act or process of varying in tone or intensity.

The singer's voice showed a beautiful gradation of pitch during the performance.

a graded series of changes in a particular quality or feature.

In the landscape, the gradation of heights created a stunning visual effect.

From Latin 'gradatio', meaning a stepping or degree.

gradations of color

Different shades or tones of color.

steady gradation

A continuous and even change.

gradations in skill level

Different levels of proficiency.

gradient

A rate of change or an incline.

degree

A stage in a scale of values.

scale

A system of ordered marks at fixed intervals used as a reference standard.

A subtle or gradual change.

There's a gradation in how people react to the news.