gradually
/ˈɡrædʒuəli/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2531 in the learning path
逐渐地；逐步地
Definitions
adv. slowly over time, rather than all at once
逐渐地；逐步地
Example
The sky gradually grew darker as we walked home.
我们走回家时，天色渐渐暗了下来。
Cities can gradually reduce traffic congestion by improving public transport and creating safer routes for cyclists.
城市可以通过改善公共交通、为骑车者建设更安全的路线，逐步缓解交通拥堵。
Collocations
- gradually increase
- gradually improve
- gradually disappear
Word family
- gradual (adj.)
Synonyms
- progressively
Antonyms
- suddenly
- abruptly
Usage tip
强调变化缓慢发生，不只是动作速度慢。
FAQ
- What does gradually mean?
- slowly over time, rather than all at once
- How is gradually pronounced?
- UK /ˈɡrædʒuəli/, US /ˈɡrædʒuəli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
