unexpectedly-evolved
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-e-volved|
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli ɪˈvɑːlvd/
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli 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 in a way that was not anticipated.
The species had unexpectedly-evolved traits that surprised the scientists.
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Last updated: 2025/04/23 01:23