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Synonyms & Similar Words
develop
grow
progress
advance
improve
mature
ripen
unfold
emerge
transform
metamorphose
transmogrify
change
alter
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refine
perfect
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readjust
acclimate
accustom
habituate
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domesticate
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breed
train
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about
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Meaning of Evolve
The primary meaning of the word "evolve" is to develop or change gradually over a period of time.
Definitions
- To develop or change gradually over a period of time, especially as a result of natural processes.
- * To develop or grow into a more advanced or mature form.
- * To change or alter something in order to make it more suitable or effective.
Etymology of Evolve
The word "evolve" comes from the Latin "evolvere," which means "to unroll" or "to unfold."
Historically, the word was first used in the 15th century to describe the process of unrolling or unfolding something, such as a scroll or a manuscript.
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include the idea of development or change over time, especially in the context of biology and natural history.
Example Uses
- The company will evolve its business strategy to stay competitive in the market.
- * The species evolved over millions of years to adapt to its environment.
- * The artist's style evolved significantly over the course of her career.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
devolve
deteriorate
degenerate
decay
decline
decrease
diminish
reduce
lessen
worsen
stagnate
regress
revert
return
go back
recede
retreat
withdraw
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relapse
backslide
degenerate
crumble
collapse
disintegrate
break down
fall apart
unravel
unwind
unroll
unfold
reverse
invert
opposite
contrast
contradict
negate
nullify
invalidate
disprove
refute
deny
reject
dismiss