gradual
Definition
- n. (Roman Catholic Church) an antiphon (usually from the Book of Psalms) immediately after the epistle at Mass
- adj. proceeding in small stages
- adj. (of a topographical gradient) not steep or abrupt
Word forms
- Plural
- graduals
Example sentences
a.
The changes in temperature were gradual, making it hard to notice at first.
n.
During the service, the choir sang a beautiful gradual that moved everyone.