evolve
/ɪˈvɒlv/(verb)
AWL Sublist 5CEFR B2IELTS Band 7.0 - 9.0
Academic Definition
To develop gradually, especially from a simple to a more complex or sophisticated form.
Key Academic Collocations
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evolveevolutionevolutionaryevolvingevolved
Lexical Alternatives (Synonyms)
developprogresstransformmatureadapt
Academic Sample Sentences in Context
"Consumer expectations have rapidly evolved over the past decade, with shoppers demanding ethical supply chain transparency."
"The diagram illustrates the evolutionary development of avian respiratory anatomy from prehistoric theropod ancestors."
"Classroom pedagogies must continually evolve to prepare adolescents for automated digital workplaces."
IELTS Examiner Scoring Strategy (Lexical Resource)
Use 'rapidly evolving landscape' or 'evolved over the survey period' in Task 1 & 2 to show dynamism.