Synonyms of evolve

evolve

verb

i-ˈvälv 

1

as in to unfold

to gradually become clearer or more detailed

as the governor's plans for the reform of state government evolved, objections from various groups inevitably arose

Synonyms & Similar Words

• unfold
• grow
• develop
• progress
• proceed
• elaborate
• emerge
• mature
• get on
• get along
• march
• forge
• fare
• blossom
• advance
• ripen
• materialize
• play out

2

as in to radiate

to throw or give off

baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide

Synonyms & Similar Words

• radiate
• cast
• release
• emit
• emanate
• eliminate
• send (out)
• expel
• issue
• shoot
• exhale
• throw out
• irradiate
• pour
• expire
• give out
• discharge
• vent
• erupt
• excrete
• exude
• evacuate
• ooze
• secrete
• eject
• spray
• spew
• spurt
• gush
• jet
• squirt
• spout
• outpour

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• take up
• absorb
• inhale
• soak (up)
• suck (up)
• sponge

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of evolve

Technology has significantly evolved since then, with 80% of 911 calls nationwide coming from wireless mobile devices rather than landlines tied to specific addresses. — Sophia Eppley, AJC.com, 10 Aug. 2026

The red blazer also reflected Emily’s evolving relationship with Sylvie Grateau (Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu), Emily’s mentor. — Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 10 Aug. 2026

Employees rarely resist change simply because structures evolve. — Blazy Flash, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Is this idea of the Bryan Hearns woman still the same, or has that evolved over the years? — Los Angeles Times, 10 Aug. 2026