Answer: GRADATIONS

AnswerCrossword Clue
GRADATIONSDegrees.
GRADATIONSTransitional stages.
GRADATIONSProgressions
gradationsGRADATION, progress from one degree or state to another
gradationsA minute change from one shade, tone, or color to another
gradationsA scale or a series of successive changes, stages, or degrees
gradationsA stage or change in a such a scale or series