gradually
/ˈɡɹæd͡ʒuəli/
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Meaning · English
In a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.
Adverb
Examples
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.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “gradually” mean?
In a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.
Is “gradually” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.