Gradually and Vaguely

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Gradually adverb - By small steps or amounts.

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

Nearby Words: gradual, gradation, gradualism

Vaguely adverb - In a vague way.

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Gradually and vaguely are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Gradually" instead an adverb "Vaguely".

Nearby Words: vague, vagueness

Synopsis: Batman's expression had gradually turned from blank to vaguely disturbed.

Source: Fanfic Recs / DCAU
Gradually, she morphs and transforms throughout the story into a wizened, vaguely human creature with four spidery legs and arms made out of sewing needles.

Source: Western Animation / Coraline
Fonzie gradually evolves from a mysterious and vaguely threatening hood with a skill for mechanics to an almost superhuman paragon of coolness who can do literally anything...even jump over a shark!

Source: Flanderization / Live-Action TV

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