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gradual
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graduale
occurring slowly and step-by-step over a long period of time
Example
The company experienced gradual growth over the past decade.
Her recovery from surgery was gradual, with improvements observed over several weeks.
The erosion of the coastline was a gradual process, occurring over many years.
Example
The path up the hill was a gradual incline, making the hike easier.
The mountain had a gradual slope, perfect for beginner skiers.
The road wound its way down the mountain with a gradual descent.
Gradual
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graduale, canto graduale
a liturgical chant or response, sung or recited between the reading of the Epistle and the Gospel during a Christian Mass
Example
The choir beautifully performed the gradual before the Gospel reading.
The gradual was recited in Latin, following the tradition of the early church.
As the congregation sat in silence, the gradual echoed through the cathedral.
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graduale, graduale musicale
a book that holds the choral sections of the Mass, used for singing the liturgical responses and chants during the service
Example
The choir director opened the gradual to review the chants for the upcoming service.
The medieval gradual was beautifully illustrated, reflecting its importance in the liturgy.
During the Mass, the cantor followed the musical notation in the gradual to lead the congregation.
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grade
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gradual
Adjective
graduality
Noun
gradually
Adverb
gradualness
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