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gradual

/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/

gradualadjective

more gradual

Comp.

most gradual

Super.

/ˈɡrædʒ.u.əl/

Translations

The gradual increase in temperature was noticeable.

Постепенное повышение температуры было заметным.

Definitions

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.

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gradualnoun

graduals

/ˈɡrædʒuəl/

Liturgical term; occurs in religious contexts.

Definitions

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.