"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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