gradual

/ɡɹˈæd‍ʒuːə‍l/

/ˈɡɹædʒuəɫ/

gradual

occurring slowly and step-by-step over a long period of time

antonyms : sudden

(of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt

antonyms : steep

Gradual

(Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass

Examples

1. Sweden’s conversion was more gradual.

2. Eventually gradual change gave rise to a new era.

3. And the key word in language learning is gradual.

4. The third stage is Gradual Adjustment