'gradually' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'gradualis,' where 'gradus' meant 'step.' 'Move' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'movere,' meaning 'to move.'

'Gradualis' transformed into the French word 'graduel,' and eventually became the modern English word 'gradual.' 'Movere' transformed into the French word 'mouvoir,' and eventually became the modern English word 'move.'

Initially, 'gradual' meant 'by steps,' and 'move' meant 'to change position.' Over time, 'gradually-moved' evolved to mean 'moved in a slow and steady manner.'