"evolve" in the verb sense

1. evolve, germinate, develop

work out

"We have developed a new theory of evolution"

2. evolve

undergo development or evolution

"Modern man evolved a long time ago"

3. develop, acquire, evolve

gain through experience

"I acquired a strong aversion to television"

"Children must develop a sense of right and wrong"

"Dave developed leadership qualities in his new position"

"develop a passion for painting"

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