Meaning & use
gradations
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a series of small, gradual stages or changes, often forming a scale.
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The painting showed subtle gradations of blue from the horizon to the sky above.
There are many gradations of formality between a text message and a business letter.
A note on using this word
Useful for describing gradual differences in color, sound, meaning, or rank rather than sharp, distinct categories.
Words with a similar meaning
shadesdegreesnuances
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