Gradually and Readily

Gradually

Gradually adverb - By small steps or amounts.

Readily and gradually are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Readily" instead an adverb "Gradually".

Nearby Words: gradual, gradation, gradualism

Readily

Readily adverb - By choice or preference.

Gradually and readily are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gradually" instead an adverb "Readily".

Nearby Words: ready, readiness
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