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gradual

UK
/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/
US
/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/

Translations

gradualadjective
more gradual
Comp.
most gradual
Super.
UK
/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/
US
/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/
The gradual increase in temperature was barely noticeable at first.
L'augmentation graduelle de la température était à peine perceptible au début.
en pente douceSe dit d'une pente ou d'une inclinaison peu marquée.
The trail followed a gradual incline toward the summit.
Le sentier suivait une pente douce vers le sommet.
Additional translations
progressif
Synonyms
moderate
unhurried
incremental
progressive
steady
slow
Antonyms
sudden
abrupt
gradualnoun
graduals
pl
UK
/ˈɡrædʒuəl/
US
/ˈɡrædʒuəl/
Liturgical term; occurs in religious contexts.
graduelLiturgie catholique, recueil de chants.
She consulted the medieval gradual to study early Gregorian notation.
Elle a consulté le graduel médiéval pour étudier la notation grégorienne ancienne.
graduelLiturgie catholique.
The choir practiced the gradual to ensure perfect harmony during the service.
La chorale a répété le graduel pour assurer une harmonie parfaite pendant l'office.

Definitions

gradualadjective
Taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees.
The gradual increase in temperature was barely noticeable at first.
Having a gentle or moderate slope; not steep or abrupt.
The trail followed a gradual incline toward the summit.
gradualnoun
A chant or hymn sung after the Epistle and before the Gospel during the Mass.
The choir practiced the gradual to ensure perfect harmony during the service.
A book containing the musical portions of the Mass arranged for chanting.
She consulted the medieval gradual to study early Gregorian notation.
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