gradation

• Substantiv, das eine allmähliche Veränderung oder einen Übergang von einem Zustand, Niveau oder Grad zu einem anderen bezeichnet, oft über mehrere Zwischenstufen. Es kann auch die Abstufung oder Schattierung in einer Reihe von Übergängen meinen.

A noun referring to a gradual change or progression from one state, level, or degree to another, often through a series of intermediate stages.

1. Process of gradual changeB2formal

   A gradual change from one state or condition to another, often through a series of stages.

   Graduelle Veränderung

   • The gradation of colors in the sunset was breathtaking.
   • There is a clear gradation in the difficulty of these exercises.
   • The artist used a fine gradation of tones in the painting.

   Synonymedevelopmentevolutionprogressiontransition

2. Level or rank in a seriesB2formal

   A specific stage or level within a series of steps or degrees.

   Stufe

   • The salary scale has several gradations based on experience.
   • Each gradation of the test requires more advanced knowledge.
   • The social gradations in that society are very rigid.

   Synonymedegreegradephaserankstagesteptier