steadily-evolved
|stead-i-ly-e-volved|
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/ˈstɛdɪli ɪˈvɑːlvd/
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/ˈstɛdɪli ɪˈvɒlvd/
(evolve)
gradual development
Etymology
Etymology Information
'evolve' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'evolvere,' where 'e-' meant 'out' and 'volvere' meant 'to roll.'
Historical Evolution
'evolvere' transformed into the French word 'évoluer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'evolve' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to unroll or unfold,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to develop gradually.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having developed or changed gradually over time in a consistent manner.
The technology has steadily-evolved over the past decade.
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Last updated: 2025/04/02 18:49