develop Synonyms
develop Meaning
develop (v)
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation
work out
gain through experience
come to have or undergo a change of (physical features and attributes)
come into existence; take on form or shape
change the use of and make available or usable
elaborate, as of theories and hypotheses
create by training and teaching
be gradually disclosed or unfolded; become manifest
grow, progress, unfold, or evolve through a process of evolution, natural growth, differentiation, or a conducive environment
become technologically advanced
cause to grow and differentiate in ways conforming to its natural development
generate gradually
grow emotionally or mature
make visible by means of chemical solutions
superimpose a three-dimensional surface on a plane without stretching, in geometry
move one's pieces into strategically more advantageous positions
move into a strategically more advantageous position
elaborate by the unfolding of a musical idea and by the working out of the rhythmic and harmonic changes in the theme
happen
expand in the form of a series
develop (v. t.)
To free from that which infolds or envelops; to unfold; to lay open by degrees or in detail; to make visible or known; to disclose; to produce or give forth; as, to develop theories; a motor that develops 100 horse power.
To unfold gradually, as a flower from a bud; hence, to bring through a succession of states or stages, each of which is preparatory to the next; to form or expand by a process of growth; to cause to change gradually from an embryo, or a lower state, to a higher state or form of being; as, sunshine and rain develop the bud into a flower; to develop the mind.
To advance; to further; to prefect; to make to increase; to promote the growth of.
To change the form of, as of an algebraic expression, by executing certain indicated operations without changing the value.
To cause to become visible, as an invisible or latent image upon plate, by submitting it to chemical agents; to bring to view.
develop (v. i.)
To become apparent gradually; as, a picture on sensitive paper develops on the application of heat; the plans of the conspirators develop.
To go through a process of natural evolution or growth, by successive changes from a less perfect to a more perfect or more highly organized state; to advance from a simpler form of existence to one more complex either in structure or function; as, a blossom develops from a bud; the seed develops into a plant; the embryo develops into a well-formed animal; the mind develops year by year.
develop Sentence Examples
- The company plans to develop a new software platform to streamline its operations.
- As a child, she showed a keen interest in art, which eventually developed into a passion.
- It's important to develop good habits early in life to ensure future success.
- The scientists are working tirelessly to develop a cure for the rare disease.
- With proper care and attention, the garden will develop into a beautiful oasis.
- Effective communication skills are crucial to develop strong relationships.
- The company aims to develop innovative solutions to address environmental challenges.
- Through hard work and perseverance, he was able to develop his skills as a musician.
- The city plans to develop the waterfront area into a bustling commercial district.
- Regular exercise can help develop both physical strength and mental resilience.
FAQs About the word develop
make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation, work out, gain through experience, come to have or undergo a change of (physical feature
evolve, grow, unfold, proceed, progress, mature, emerge,elaborate,forge, ripen
abandon, lose,lose, abandon, ditch, ditch, dump, unload, shed, jettison
The company plans to develop a new software platform to streamline its operations.
As a child, she showed a keen interest in art, which eventually developed into a passion.
It's important to develop good habits early in life to ensure future success.
The scientists are working tirelessly to develop a cure for the rare disease.
