gradually

/ɡɹˈæd‍ʒuːə‍li/

/ˈɡɹædʒuəɫi/, /ˈɡɹædʒuɫi/

gradually

slowly and in small amounts over a long period of time; not suddenly

synonyms : bit by bit

Examples

1. During February, the days gradually start getting longer as we move closer to spring.

2. As an infant grows, they gradually transition from a milk-only diet to solid foods.

3. After the CEO announced that she had been diagnosed with dementia, her daughter gradually began taking the reins of the company.

4. The patient's recovery progressed, and they were gradually allowed to reintroduce solid food into their diet after surgery.