Synonyms for

Evolved

Verb / ɪˈvɑ:lvd / / i:ˈvɑ:lvd / Another word for evolved — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to develop gradually over time; to change or transform over time

Synonyms & similar words

develop germinate evolve acquire developed changed transformed progressed advanced matured grew blossomed flourished thrived adapted improved upgraded modernized innovated reformed shifted mutated transmuted metamorphosed

Synonyms by register

Formal

developed advanced progressed matured

Informal

changed grown adapted

Literary

unfolded blossomed

Antonyms

regressed degenerated deteriorated declined atrophied reverted

Common collocations

  • evolved over time
  • evolved into
  • evolved from
  • evolved significantly
  • evolved rapidly
  • evolved naturally
  • evolved species

Word family

noun evolution
verb evolve
adjective evolutionary

Usage note

Often used in biological contexts, but also applicable to the development of ideas, technologies, or social structures. Ensure the context clearly indicates a process of gradual change and improvement or adaptation.

Example sentences

  1. Humans have evolved to have bigger brains over time.
  2. The technology has evolved to become faster and more efficient.
  3. The butterfly evolved from a caterpillar.
  4. The company evolved its business model to include online sales.
  5. The language evolved to include new words and phrases.

Quotes

  • The world is evolving, people are evolving, and life is evolving. We might as well dance through it. -Shane Koyczan
  • Change is inevitable. Growth is optional. -John C. Maxwell
  • The only constant in life is change. -Heraclitus

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