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graduale

gradual

adjective grah-doo-AH-leh Rare
Descriptions & Qualities Degree

Origin: From Latin gradualis, from gradus 'step'.

Usage Note

Graduale is an invariable-gender adjective: un miglioramento graduale (m), una crescita graduale (f). The plural is graduali for both genders. It describes processes that happen in steps rather than all at once; the adverb gradualmente is derived from it. Note that in ecclesiastical contexts il graduale is also a noun referring to a liturgical chant.

Examples

"Si nota un miglioramento graduale della situazione."

Natural Translation

A gradual improvement in the situation is noticeable.

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