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gradational

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I agree with you generally that 'life' may be gradational. However I think calling crystals 'life' actually removes any meaning whatsoever from the term.

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Quick take

taking place by degrees

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adjective

taking place by degrees

Definitions

Core meanings and parts of speech for gradational.

Example sentences

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I agree with you generally that 'life' may be gradational. However I think calling crystals 'life' actually removes any meaning whatsoever from the term.

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You're using a gradational view of class to address points made from a relational analysis. A gradational view would be looking to sort people into grades, for example based on income.

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How do you use gradational in a sentence?

I agree with you generally that 'life' may be gradational. However I think calling crystals 'life' actually removes any meaning whatsoever from the term.

What does gradational mean?

taking place by degrees

What part of speech is gradational?

gradational is commonly used as adjective.