gradual
英 /ˈɡrædʒuəl/ 美 /ˈɡrædʒuəl/
- adj. 逐渐的；渐进的Happening slowly through small changes over time
- adj. 坡度平缓的Rising or falling gently rather than steeply
There was a gradual improvement in her sleep.
她的睡眠逐渐改善了。
A gradual transition to renewable energy can help communities adapt without causing sudden job losses.
逐步转向可再生能源有助于社区适应变化，避免就业岗位骤减。
搭配
gradual improvement 逐步改善gradual change 渐进的变化a gradual slope 平缓的斜坡
辨析提示
强调变化缓慢、分阶段；副词形式为gradually。
词族
gradually (adv.)
近义 progressive
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