Synonyms and antonyms of gradually in English
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SLOWLY
A cat's diet should always be changed gradually to avoid digestive upsets.
Synonyms and examples
slowly
I got out of bed and walked slowly to the door.
slow
Go slower! I can't keep up.
at a slow pace
They are easy hikes, done at a slow pace.
at a slow speed
You only have to hit a pedestrian at a slow speed to kill them.
at slow rate
The economy grew at a slower rate during the second half of the year.
steadily
We walked steadily past the crowd.
little by little
Little by little, we're getting results.
step by step
It's a lot easier to understand if you do it step by step.
progressively
My eyesight has got progressively worse over the years.
Antonym and example
quickly
Shut the door quickly.
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If someone or something moves at a low speed or takes a long time to happen, you can call that person or thing slow. Things that happen or are done slowly happen at a slow speed. You can also talk about moving slowly, or getting slower.
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