1. Plural of intergradation; a series of gradual transitions or intermediate stages between two distinct forms, species, or conditions.
Usage: Often used in biology and evolutionary contexts; Can also apply to social, cultural, or physical gradations

Examples

• The intergradations between the two bird subspecies make it difficult to draw a clear boundary.
• Scientists observed intergradations in color patterns across the geographic range of the population.
• The intergradations between classical and modern art styles reflect changing aesthetic values.
• Evolutionary intergradations suggest a common ancestor shared by these species.
• The intergradations in temperature from the equator to the poles create distinct climate zones.