gradually

Meanings

1. 1
   adv

   in a gradual manner

   the snake moved gradually toward its victim

2. 2
   adv

   In a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.

   The most likely conclusion, the researchers say, is that the Levallois method was not taken to Eurasia by African migrants, but evolved there gradually and independently.

3. 3
   adv

   by degrees

   Horns, upon the due accession of Moisture, doth gradually become Soft.

Etymology

From gradual + -ly.