Gradually

9 lettersadverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

In a slow, steady manner by degrees over time. Gradually describes incremental change rather than sudden shifts.

“The patient's condition improved gradually over several weeks of treatment.”

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Three A's and two L's; -LY adverb ending with GRAD- start

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Worth 13 points; Y (4pts) and double L add moderate value

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