Allmählich
Example: Die Veränderung der Gesellschaft erfolgte allmählich über Jahrzehnte.
Definition
"Allmählich" is an adverb used to describe something happening slowly and progressively over time. It indicates a gradual change or development, such as in the example phrase, 'Die Veränderung der Gesellschaft erfolgte allmählich über Jahrzehnte,' meaning society's change occurred little by little over decades.
Etymology
The word "allmählich" comes from the German roots 'all-' meaning 'all' or 'entire' and 'Mählich' related to 'Mäh,' an old term for a measure of time. Together, they convey the idea of something happening in small, continuous steps. Did you know? The concept of gradual change was important in historical studies, reflecting slow societal evolution.
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