DEVOLVE Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

devolve

verb

di-ˈvälv

Definition of devolve next

as in to deteriorate

to become worse or of less value the once-lovely neighborhood has devolved into a squalid slum

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Recent Examples on the Web But following the conclusion of prepared remarks, the scene quickly devolved, with Newsom forced to defend his stance on maintaining Prop. 47. —

Kate Nishimura, Sourcing Journal, 16 Aug. 2024 When a mysterious young couple shows up at their door, their romantic getaway devolves into a twisted psychosexual nightmare. —

Matt Grobar, Deadline, 15 Aug. 2024 The Russia-Ukraine War has devolved into a brutal and dispiriting war of attrition. —

Peter Rutland, The Conversation, 14 Aug. 2024 Set in Dust Bowl-era Oklahoma, Hold Your Breath stars the Tony-winning actress, 49, as Margaret, a grieving mother whose tireless dedication to her daughters’ safety devolves into something more sinister. —

Bailey Richards, Peoplemag, 8 Aug. 2024 See all Example Sentences for devolve

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