This is the 13102nd most frequent German word.
allmählich
Gradually.
'Allmählich' here is used to describe the slow, progressive process of the sky clearing, indicating a change occurring over time.
Allmählich beginnt der Himmel sich zu klären.
Gradually, the sky starts to clear.
'Allmählich' in this sentence emphasizes the gradual adaptation process, implying that adjusting took time and was not instantaneous.
Wir mussten uns allmählich an die neue Umgebung gewöhnen.
We had to gradually adapt to the new surroundings.
'Allmählich' is utilized to illustrate the incremental improvement in someone's skills over a period of sustained effort.