Gradate(v. t.) To grade or arrange (parts in a whole, colors in painting, etc.), so that they shall harmonize.
Gradate(v. t.) To bring to a certain strength or grade of concentration; as, to gradate a saline solution.
Gradation(n.) The act of progressing by regular steps or orderly arrangement; the state of being graded or arranged in ranks; as, the gradation of castes.
Gradation(n.) The act or process of bringing to a certain grade.
Gradation(n.) Any degree or relative position in an order or series.
Gradation(n.) A gradual passing from one tint to another or from a darker to a lighter shade, as in painting or drawing.
Gradation(n.) A diatonic ascending or descending succession of chords.
Gradation(v. t.) To form with gradations.
Gradational(a.) By regular steps or gradations; of or pertaining to gradation.

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