as in improved
being far along in development
whether this is an evolved technology or one still in its infancy is a matter of debate
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as in unfolded
to gradually become clearer or more detailed
as the governor's plans for the reform of state government evolved, objections from various groups inevitably arose
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as in radiated
to throw or give off
baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide
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Recent Examples of evolved
Iman Balagam, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2025
Like the dodo, the Rodrigues solitaire had evolved in an environment with few natural predators, which led it to lose the ability to fly.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Give familiar movements a makeover The brain has evolved to seek out novelty.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
The combination of these factors led to the bird’s extinction, showing how the arrival of humans and invasive species can rapidly decimate a species that had evolved in isolation without natural defenses against such threats.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Monocots are a type of flowering plant that first evolved about 100 to 120 million years ago.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2025
It was started by his grandfather as a laboratory supply company and evolved over the years into Learning Resources.
—Paul Wiseman and Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
The show continually evolved with the times, most notably for that 2005 revival when showrunner Russell T Davies realised that what had worked during Tom Baker's glory years in the 1970s wasn't going to fly in the 21st century.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 12 Apr. 2025
For Carlisle, his approach to playing time has evolved in his time being a head coach.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Verb
But just like you, the brand has evolved and now offers whitening kits as part of its repertoire.
—Iman Balagam, Vogue, 13 Apr. 2025
Like the dodo, the Rodrigues solitaire had evolved in an environment with few natural predators, which led it to lose the ability to fly.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Give familiar movements a makeover The brain has evolved to seek out novelty.
—Katy Bowman, NPR, 13 Apr. 2025
The combination of these factors led to the bird’s extinction, showing how the arrival of humans and invasive species can rapidly decimate a species that had evolved in isolation without natural defenses against such threats.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Monocots are a type of flowering plant that first evolved about 100 to 120 million years ago.
—Kurt Snibbe, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2025
It was started by his grandfather as a laboratory supply company and evolved over the years into Learning Resources.
—Paul Wiseman and Anne D’innocenzio, Los Angeles Times, 13 Apr. 2025
The show continually evolved with the times, most notably for that 2005 revival when showrunner Russell T Davies realised that what had worked during Tom Baker's glory years in the 1970s wasn't going to fly in the 21st century.
—Richard Edwards, Space.com, 12 Apr. 2025
For Carlisle, his approach to playing time has evolved in his time being a head coach.
—Tony East, Forbes.com, 12 Apr. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolved
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What unfolded was nearly a worst-case scenario with the only positive being Williams managed to stay healthy and start every game, the first time a Bears quarterback has managed that since Jay Cutler in 2009.—
Brad Biggs,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Jan. 2025
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Annual Golden Globes after-party unfolded at Marea.—
Vogue,
Vogue,
6 Jan. 2025
Verb
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All these shows had small but devoted followings and when the cancellations were announced, audience frustration radiated out from social media.—
Rick Kogan,
Chicago Tribune,
24 Dec. 2024
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See Demi Moore, whose ultra-long hair was styled into silky, undulating waves that radiated health at the Governors Awards on las tweek.—
Hannah Coates,
Vogue,
24 Nov. 2024
Adjective
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The next era focuses on cracking the code for personalization, advanced marketing assets, and empathetic conversational AI. Computational Medicine.—
Maribel Lopez,
Forbes.com,
15 Apr. 2025
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With fancy lights and advanced algorithms, the Derma-Reader analyzes skin across several categories, including wrinkles, dark circles and texture.—
Charles Trepany,
USA Today,
14 Apr. 2025
Verb
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Allen — who has steadily received more playing time as the season has progressed based on his defense but has also shown flashes offensively and has displayed solid free-throw shooting — played the best of the bunch, scoring nine points in 22 minutes of play and grabbing five rebounds.—
Grant Salsman,
Kansas City Star,
5 Jan. 2025
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Supermodel Heidi Klum, who progressed into a mainstay judge of American’s Got Talent on NBC, is returning to her roots in the reality/competition space.—
Marc Berman,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Judging by the nearly 45 minutes of trailers and assorted promotional material that have been released to date, Kojima is doubling down on everything that made the original such a brilliant, odd classic.—
Lewis Gordon,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2025
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He was released from prison in October 2019.—
Staff report,
Hartford Courant,
8 Jan. 2025
Verb
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A couple has cataloged natural life online and has developed board games and walking tours to help people deepen their knowledge of the world around them.—
Margaret Roach,
New York Times,
25 Mar. 2025
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In Madrid, doctors examined his cartilage and found a bacteria called staphylococcus had developed, causing an infection.—
Mario Cortegana,
The Athletic,
25 Mar. 2025
Verb
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Creating a hygge lighting scheme Hygge light is warm, comfortable, and similar to that emitted by candles (a staple of hygge interiors).—
Ana Morales,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2025
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Success is typically measured in terms of metric tons of carbon dioxide emitted, kilowatt-hours of energy used, and percentage of energy consumed from renewable sources.—
Arlene Blum,
Forbes,
27 Feb. 2025
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In Friday’s post, Roan elaborated on her love for the genre.—
Hannah Dailey,
Billboard,
14 Mar. 2025
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Lawrence elaborated on the decision being contingent on Sudeikis, both artistically and personally, noting the actor’s children would play a role in his decision.—
Maddie Garfinkle,
People.com,
14 Mar. 2025
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“Evolved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolved. Accessed 21 Apr. 2025.
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