Gradual
Example: O aumento da temperatura foi gradual durante o dia.
Definition
"Gradual" is an adverb describing something that happens or changes slowly and steadily over a period of time, without sudden or abrupt shifts. For example, a temperature increase that occurs little by little throughout the day is a gradual change.
Etymology
The word "gradual" comes from the Latin word 'gradus,' meaning 'step.' It originally described something happening step by step, which perfectly fits the idea of a slow and steady process. Did you know? The concept of 'gradual' change was fundamental in the development of evolutionary theory, emphasizing slow transformation.
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