Meaning
In a gradual manner; making slow progress; slowly.
Etymology
Origin: Middle English
Etymology tree English gradual Middle English -ly English -ly English gradually From gradual + -ly.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
ponderouslyincrementallysluggishlystep by stepbit by bitby degreespiecemealby inchescontinuallyfootmeal
Antonyms
abruptlysuddenlysuddently
NYT Puzzle Appearances
No published puzzle dates on file for this word yet. It is part of the official NYT Spelling Bee word list for 2019, 2020.