Meaning of the word evolve in English

What does evolve mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

evolve

US /ɪˈvɑːlv/

UK /ɪˈvɒlv/

develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex form

Example:

•

The company has evolved from a small startup into a multinational corporation.

•

Human beings evolved from earlier primates.

Synonym:

develop progress grow mature unfold

develop or cause to develop from a simpler to a more complex form

Example:

•

The artist's style has evolved over the years.

•

We need to evolve new strategies to stay competitive.

Synonym:

develop create formulate design devise