gradual (Meaning)
gradual (n)
(Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass
gradual (a)
proceeding in small stages
(of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt
gradual (n.)
Proceeding by steps or degrees; advancing, step by step, as in ascent or descent or from one state to another; regularly progressive; slow; as, a gradual increase of knowledge; a gradual decline.
An antiphon or responsory after the epistle, in the Mass, which was sung on the steps, or while the deacon ascended the steps.
A service book containing the musical portions of the Mass.
A series of steps.
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gradual Sentence Examples
- The gradual transition from childhood to adulthood requires both physical and emotional growth.
- The gradual increase in sea levels is a pressing concern for coastal communities.
- The patient experienced a gradual recovery after surgery, progressing from weakness to mobility.
- The gradual decline in the population of a certain species has raised alarms about its conservation status.
- The gradual awakening of the city at dawn creates a symphony of sounds and smells.
- The gradual merging of the two rivers formed a vast and beautiful delta.
- The gradual unraveling of a mystery kept readers on the edge of their seats.
- The gradual erosion of trust between two friends led to an irreparable rift.
- The gradual improvement in air quality after the implementation of new regulations was a positive sign for the city.
- The gradual fading of memories over time allowed for both healing and a sense of loss.
FAQs About the word gradual
(Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass, proceeding in small stages, (of a topographical gra
phased,incremental, piecemeal,progressive, gradational, step-by-step, tapered, inching, imperceptible,stepped
abrupt, sudden, abrupt,sudden, dynamic, sharp, discontinuous, acute, acute, sharp
The gradual transition from childhood to adulthood requires both physical and emotional growth.
The gradual increase in sea levels is a pressing concern for coastal communities.
The patient experienced a gradual recovery after surgery, progressing from weakness to mobility.
The gradual decline in the population of a certain species has raised alarms about its conservation status.
