Written by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examโขWritten by the Fiveable Content Team โข Last updated September 2025
Definition
Gradual change refers to a slow and steady transformation or development over time. It involves subtle shifts or progressions that occur gradually rather than abruptly.
Related terms
Evolution: The process of gradual change and development over generations.