English · Word Candidate

evolve

/ɪˈvɒlv/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: evolves · evolving

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Meaning · English

To move (something) in regular procession through a system.

Verb

The animal soul sooner expands and evolves it self to its full orb and extent than the humane Soul

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To change or transform (something).

Verb

Over several years the author evolved the story originally drafted as a novella into a real epic.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “evolve” mean?

To move (something) in regular procession through a system.

Is “evolve” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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