gradually-developed
|grad-u-al-ly-de-vel-oped|
B2
/ˈɡrædʒuəli dɪˈvɛləpt/
(develop)
growth and progress
Etymology
Etymology Information
'develop' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'desveloper,' where 'des-' meant 'un-' and 'veloper' meant 'to wrap.'
Historical Evolution
'desveloper' transformed into the Middle English word 'developen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'develop.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to unwrap or unfold,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having been developed in a gradual manner over time.
The gradually-developed plan took years to come to fruition.
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Last updated: 2025/03/20 07:58