as in slope
the degree to which something rises up from a position level with the horizon
the path goes up at a pretty steep gradient before leveling off
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Recent Examples of gradient
This projector is available in a stylish pink color gradient or a matte white finish.
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Tantse Walter, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Latitudinal gradients of snow contamination in the Rocky Mountains associated with anthropogenic sources
National Environmental Education Foundation.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Tier 2 would have a thermal gradient of 104°F (40°C) per km, and Tier 3 would have at least a 68°F (20°C) gradient per km – and both would require the use of millimeter wave technology.
—New Atlas, 29 May 2025
Atari’s second band design features a classic blocky-style colour gradient.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Tantse Walter, Space.com, 24 Apr. 2025
Latitudinal gradients of snow contamination in the Rocky Mountains associated with anthropogenic sources
National Environmental Education Foundation.
—Jack Knudson, Discover Magazine, 2 Apr. 2025
Tier 2 would have a thermal gradient of 104°F (40°C) per km, and Tier 3 would have at least a 68°F (20°C) gradient per km – and both would require the use of millimeter wave technology.
—New Atlas, 29 May 2025
Atari’s second band design features a classic blocky-style colour gradient.
—Andrew Williams, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for gradient
Noun
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The plan also involves adding California Highway Patrol observation areas, vehicle pull-out areas, a traffic signal at Noble Road, as well as slope protection and drainage improvements, and improvements to the tidal salt marsh and public access.—
Adrian Rodriguez,
Mercury News,
18 June 2025
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The journey’s two remote campsites are reached by traversing spectacular terrain on foot across glaciers, up icy slopes, and through glittering blue ice caves.—
Chloe Berge,
Outside Online,
17 June 2025
Noun
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In conversations about smart buildings or workplace technology, there’s often an inclination to jump to the latest tools or features.—
Swapna Sathyan,
Forbes.com,
5 June 2025
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This is because a planet's altitude in the sky is dependent in part on the inclination of the ecliptic relative to the horizon, which shifts throughout the year due to Earth's wobbling orbit.—
Anthony Wood,
Space.com,
31 May 2025
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Walk on an incline (such as by walking up hills or increasing the incline on a treadmill).4 Pump your arms.—
Heather Jones,
Verywell Health,
10 June 2025
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Steinwald has worked with trainers to build stamina and endurance for inclines and elevation.—
Nicole Blanchard,
Idaho Statesman,
4 June 2025
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“Gradient.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/gradient. Accessed 24 Jun. 2025.
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