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gradations
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a series of gradual changes or stages, usually indicating a progression or sequence of steps
- The report provided a clear gradation of risks from minimal to severe to help inform their mitigation strategies.
- Students are assessed on a letter grade scale that represents a gradation of competency from A to F.
- Gradations in color from pale to rich represent different pigment densities in a painting.
- The artist used a subtle gradation of colors to create a sense of depth in the painting.
- The temperature showed a gradual gradation from cold to warm as the day progressed.
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the changing of vowel sounds in related words, such as the shift from 'sing' to 'sang' to 'sung'
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a specific point or level within a series of gradual changes or stages
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a gradual transition from one value, tone, hue or color to another
Gradation is a technique in art and design that involves a smooth, gradual transition from one value, tone, hue, or color to another. Artists use this method to create depth, dimension, and a realistic look in their work. For examples, an artist might use gradation to blend colors smoothly in a sunset sky or to shade a drawing to give it a three-dimensional appearance. This approach helps achieve a natural and lifelike effect by avoiding sudden changes and creating a continuous flow.
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the gradual progression or transformation of something
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a mark or point that signifies a division on a scale or measuring device