verb ·2 syllables ·Uncommon ·Advanced level

Definitions

Verb

1. 1
   To change imperceptibly from one gradation of tone etc. to another. ambitransitive
2. 2
   pass imperceptibly from one degree, shade, or tone into another wordnet
3. 3
   To arrange in order of grades. transitive
4. 4
   arrange according to grades wordnet
5. 5
   To bring to a certain strength or grade of concentration. transitive

   "to gradate a saline solution"

Synonyms

All synonyms

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Etymology

Back-formation from gradation.

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