gradual
['græd.jʊ.əl] ['grædʒ.ʊ.əl] adjective
IMPROVER
■happening or changing slowly over a long period of time or distance 逐步的，逐渐的；平缓的•There has been a gradual improvement in our sales figures over the last two years.在过去的两年里，我们的销售额一直在逐步上升。 •As you go further south, you will notice a gradual change of climate.当你一路往南走下去的时候，你就会注意到气候的细微变化。 |