surprisingly-evolved
|sur-prise-ing-ly-e-volved|
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/sərˈpraɪzɪŋli ɪˈvɑːlvd/
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/səˈpraɪzɪŋli 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 in an unexpected or remarkable way.
The technology was surprisingly-evolved for its time.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 16:14