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evolve

UK/ɪˈvɒlv/ US/ɪˈvɑlv/ fairly common

verb

1.

work out

  • “We have developed a new theory of evolution”
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2.

undergo development or evolution

  • “Modern man evolved a long time ago”
3.

gain through experience

  • “I acquired a strong aversion to television”
  • “Children must develop a sense of right and wrong”
  • “Dave developed leadership qualities in his new position”
  • “develop a passion for painting”
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Origin

Borrowed from Latin ēvolvō (“unroll, unfold”), from ē- (“out of”) (short form of ex) + volvō (“roll”).

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