Gradual
Example: La transición gradual del poder fue clave en la historia reciente.
Definition
"Gradual" describes a process or change that happens slowly and steadily over time rather than all at once, such as a gradual transition of power that unfolds step by step in history.
Etymology
The word "gradual" comes from the Latin 'gradus,' meaning 'step.' It originally referred to something relating to steps or a staircase, which makes sense because a gradual change happens step by step. Did you know? The word suggests progress by small increments, much like climbing stairs.
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"Gradual" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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