GRADATION
Scrabble letter values: G2R1A1D2A1T1I1O1N1 = 11
Definition
- noun relative position in a graded series. — synonyms: step
- noun a degree of ablaut. — synonyms: grade
- noun the act of arranging in grades. — synonyms: graduation
Examples
- “always a step behind”
- “subtle gradations in color”
- “keep in step with the fashions”