Gradual
Gradual adjective - Proceeding or changing by steps or degrees.
Intelligent and gradual are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Intelligent" instead an adjective "Gradual".
Intelligent
Intelligent adjective - Having or showing quickness of mind.
Gradual and intelligent are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gradual" instead an adjective "Intelligent".
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- The Bradicor of Ghanj-Rho in Schlock Mercenary have, individually, survived millions of years and watched the evolution of intelligent life forms, but are indifferent to the gradual extinction of their species.
Source: Immortal Procreation Clause -
The zombies from Corpse Bride fall into this category, since they retain memories of their past lives, are as intelligent as the living, and don't appear to rot (if they do, the process is gradual enough to not notice).
Source: Revenant Zombie
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Intelligent or Gradual. 2016. Accessed August 03, 2026. https://thesaurus.plus/related/gradual/intelligent.
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