Gradual
Example: El cambio gradual en el clima afecta a muchas especies.
Definition
"Gradual" describes a process or change that happens slowly and steadily over time, without abrupt shifts. For example, in the phrase "El cambio gradual en el clima afecta a muchas especies," it refers to the slow alteration in climate impacting many species.
Etymology
The word "gradual" comes from the Latin word 'gradus,' meaning 'step.' It originally referred to something that happens step by step. Did you know? The idea of gradual change is tied to the concept of moving forward in small stages rather than giant leaps.
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"Gradual" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B2) - set 1", containing 111 commonly used words.
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