developmental
adjective
de·vel·op·men·tal
dē-ˌve-ləp-ˈmen-tᵊl 
1
a
: of, relating to, or being development
developmental processes
developmental biology
b
: serving economic development
developmental highways
2
: designed to assist growth or bring about improvement (as of a skill)
developmental toys
Examples of developmental in a Sentence
A drop in temperature can slow the plant's developmental process.
a child with developmental abnormalities
My theory is still in its developmental stage.
Recent Examples on the Web
Some children exhibit clear signs of developmental delays early on, while others may display subtle indicators that are easily overlooked.
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First 5 La, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
While all kids develop at different paces, when is a lag in developmental milestones a cause for concern?
—Essence, 17 Apr. 2024
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First 5 La, Los Angeles Times, 18 Apr. 2024
While all kids develop at different paces, when is a lag in developmental milestones a cause for concern?
—Essence, 17 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for developmental
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“Developmental.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/developmental. Accessed 5 May. 2024.
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