VocabJLPT N3
gradually
Adverb

Definitions

  1. 1. gradually
  2. 2. by degrees
An adverb meaning gradually or little by little, describing a slow and steady change over time. It is used when something changes progressively rather than suddenly.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

"With everyone's cooperation, the situation will gradually improve," the president said.

Sentence 2

After sprinting to the station, my breathing gradually settled.

Sentence 3

Whoa, the rain is getting louder and louder!

Sentence 4

"Isn't he gradually getting too big for his boots?" my sister laughed.

Sentence 5

If you lower the screen brightness, eye strain gradually eases.