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evolutionevolution /ˌɛvəˈluʃən/ ●○○ AWL noun [uncountable] THESAURUSthe process of getting better at doing something, or getting closer to finishing or achieving something► progressthe process of getting better at doing something, or getting closer to finishing or achieving something: There continues to be a lack of progress in the budget talks. Researchers have made steady progress. ► development the process of gradually getting bigger, stronger, or more advanced: You can see his development as an artist by looking at his paintings. ► evolution the gradual change and development of something: Society’s attitudes toward women have undergone an evolution. ► advancement progress or development in your job, level of knowledge, etc.: The program is designed to help your career advancement. 1science, biology the natural process of change in which plants and animals develop and change their form gradually over a long period of time2the gradual change and development of an idea, situation, object, system, etc.: the evolution of the English alphabet► see thesaurus at progress1 |