| 词组 | gradual |
| 释义 | gradual /ˈɡrædʒuəl/ adjective happening slowly over a long period of timenounsa gradual change/shift Over the last ten years, there has been a gradual change in people’s attitudes.a gradual process Learning is a gradual process.a gradual increase in sth One symptom is a gradual increase in your weight.a gradual decline/reduction/decrease in sth There was a gradual decline in the birthrate during that decade.a gradual improvement/deterioration There has been a gradual improvement in girls’ performance in mathematics. | Very often the elderly patient is aware of this gradual deterioration.the gradual development of sth A long novel is able to show the gradual development of a character.a gradual loss of sth There is a gradual loss of function of some brain cells which can result in forgetfulness.a gradual withdrawal The US is now planning for a gradual withdrawal of its forces.the gradual erosion of sth We are witnessing the gradual erosion of our rights.the gradual emergence of sth The book examines the gradual emergence of democracy in Europe.THESAURUS: gradual → slow |
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