Choppy and Gradual

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Choppy adjective - Lacking in steadiness or regularity of occurrence.

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Gradual is an antonym for choppy.

Nearby Words: chop, chopped, chopping

Gradual adjective - Proceeding in small stages.

Usage example: a gradual increase in prices

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Choppy is an antonym for gradual.

Nearby Words: graduate, gradually, gradation, graduation, gradualism

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