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evolve
[ ih-volv ]
verb (used with object)
- to develop gradually:
to evolve a scheme.
- to give off or emit, as odors or vapors.
verb (used without object)
- to come forth gradually into being; develop; undergo evolution:
The whole idea evolved from a casual remark.
- to gradually change one's opinions or beliefs:
candidates who are still evolving on the issue;
an evolved feminist mom.
- Biology. to develop by a process of evolution to a different adaptive state or condition:
The human species evolved from an ancestor that was probably arboreal.
evolve
/ ɪˈɒ /
verb
- to develop or cause to develop gradually
- intr (of animal or plant species) to undergo evolution
- tr to yield, emit, or give off (heat, gas, vapour, etc)
evolve
/ ĭ-ŏ′ /
- To undergo biological evolution, as in the development of new species or new traits within a species.
- To develop a characteristic through the process of evolution.
- To undergo change and development, as the structures of the universe.
Derived Forms
- ˈDZ, adjective
- ˈDZ, noun
- ˈDZԳ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·DZa· adjective
- ·DZmԳ noun
- ·DZİ noun
- ԴDze·DZiԲ adjective
- -·DZ adjective
- -·DZiԲ adjective
- ܲe·DZ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of evolve1
Example Sentences
Often called "living fossils", they evolved from marine ancestors millions of years ago, say scientists.
Like the biological process of life, they evolve according to need, opportunity and contingency.
"Pre-orders for Nintendo Switch 2 in the US will not start April 9 in order to assess the potential impact of tariffs and evolving market conditions," it said in a statement.
As those tools become more advanced, it is increasingly obvious how well they reflect the enduring relevance of Nozick's thought experiment, and are revealing of our evolving relationship with the concept of reality.
I was always working with great actors and then, it's just how my career has evolved and continued forward.
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