re gradate

gra·date

[grey-deyt] verb, gra·dat·ed, gra·dat·ing.
verb (used without object)
1.
to pass by gradual or imperceptible degrees, as one color into another.
verb (used with object)
2.
to cause to gradate.
3.
to arrange in grades.

Origin:
1745–55; back formation from gradation

re·gra·date, verb, re·gra·dat·ed, re·gra·dat·ing.
un·gra·dat·ed, adjective
un·gra·dat·ing, adjective
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gradate (ɡrəˈdeɪt) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
1.  to change or cause to change imperceptibly, as from one colour, tone, or degree to another
2.  (tr) to arrange in grades or ranks

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