development — The process of growth, progress, or gradual change over time. It can refer to physical, economic, social, or intellectual advancement.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The process of growth, progress, or gradual change over time. It can refer to physical, economic, social, or intellectual advancement.
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈveləpmənt/
Example Sentences
- My neighbor's loud music seriously hindered my personal development as a meditation master.
- The development of this app took three years and countless cups of coffee.
- Recent developments in AI technology have revolutionized many industries.
development
NOUN[/dɪˈveləpmənt/]
The process of growth, progress, or gradual change over time. It can refer to physical, economic, social, or intellectual advancement.
The process of growth, progress, or gradual change over time. It can refer to physical, economic, social, or intellectual advancement.
Scientists developed a new technology after years of research. (DESIGN + EVOLVE = DEVELOP)
Her development creates a settlement filled with amazement!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'développer', originally meaning 'to unwrap or unfold'. The word evolved from the idea of unfolding something wrapped up to mean 'to grow or advance'.
Breakdown
dé- (prefix meaning 'un-' or 'opposite') + velopper (to wrap) + -ment (noun suffix meaning 'result or process')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My neighbor's loud music seriously hindered my personal development as a meditation master.”
“The development of this app took three years and countless cups of coffee.”
“Recent developments in AI technology have revolutionized many industries.”
“The company's research and development team works around the clock.”
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