as in improved
being far along in development
whether this is an evolved technology or one still in its infancy is a matter of debate
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as in unfolded
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
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as in radiated
to throw or give off
baking soda and citric acid react with each other and evolve carbon dioxide
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Recent Examples of evolved
Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
This is therefore part of a larger research stream that centers on the ways that some modern problems stem from a mismatch between our evolved brains and our modern human environments, which have changed dramatically in an eye-blink of evolutionary time.
—Owen D. Jones, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
Thus, the aye-aye evolved to fill that vacancy.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Apr. 2026
Several prominent names in the sport have been vocal in recent years about the need for an evolved calendar, one that reflects a competitive yet health-conscious approach.
—Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2026
Many of the original stars will return, stepping back into their iconic roles in the glamorous — but evolved — high-fashion journalism industry years later.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
Are human beings really that much more evolved than our Cretaceous counterparts?
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
Released 18 years after 28 Weeks Later (2007), the third installment in the postapocalyptic horror series is set on one of the British Isles, where a community has flourished, isolated from the more evolved versions of the infected that still terrorize the region.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
In the 17th century, the French established fur-trade posts in the region, including one that evolved into the town of La Pointe.
—Katherine Lawless, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
As those distributions evolved, the system moved forward in time.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
Over the years, that’s evolved and it’s grown.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
But it’s also evolved over time and led to the formation of some religions — like Scientology, which counts many a Hollywood celebrity among its adherents — that see extraterrestrials as good or even part of a divine plan.
—Krysta Fauria, Fortune, 12 June 2026
Nona Source was created to give designers access to surplus fabrics and materials from luxury houses, but what started as a way to connect deadstock with emerging brands has evolved into a full ecosystem spanning fashion, interiors, packaging and creative collaborations, Prieur du Perray said.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
What began as a film envisioned for Chris ultimately evolved into a very different but equally memorable vehicle for Jim.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Over time, basketry evolved into a craft among their descendants—with designs used to carry items such as sewing tools, homemade bread, and flowers—for both practical and economic purposes.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Adjective
And yet such naked projection felt somehow hopeful, as though simply being able to conceive of such evolved avatars of masculinity might help power them into existence.
—Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 10 June 2026
This is therefore part of a larger research stream that centers on the ways that some modern problems stem from a mismatch between our evolved brains and our modern human environments, which have changed dramatically in an eye-blink of evolutionary time.
—Owen D. Jones, The Conversation, 26 May 2026
Thus, the aye-aye evolved to fill that vacancy.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 10 May 2026
Indigo Girls fans already have an evolved perspective on aging and a deeper understanding of how badass vulnerability really is.
—Chris Willman, Variety, 19 Apr. 2026
Several prominent names in the sport have been vocal in recent years about the need for an evolved calendar, one that reflects a competitive yet health-conscious approach.
—Sam Cohn, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2026
Many of the original stars will return, stepping back into their iconic roles in the glamorous — but evolved — high-fashion journalism industry years later.
—Rebecca Aizin, PEOPLE, 5 Apr. 2026
Are human beings really that much more evolved than our Cretaceous counterparts?
—Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 Mar. 2026
Released 18 years after 28 Weeks Later (2007), the third installment in the postapocalyptic horror series is set on one of the British Isles, where a community has flourished, isolated from the more evolved versions of the infected that still terrorize the region.
—Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
The rich sensory innervation has led to its classification, in some people, as an erogenous zone; zoologist Desmond Morris famously speculated in The Naked Ape (1967) that earlobes evolved precisely as an additional zone of sensitivity to facilitate pair bonding in humans.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026
In the 17th century, the French established fur-trade posts in the region, including one that evolved into the town of La Pointe.
—Katherine Lawless, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2026
As those distributions evolved, the system moved forward in time.
—Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 13 June 2026
Over the years, that’s evolved and it’s grown.
—Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 June 2026
But it’s also evolved over time and led to the formation of some religions — like Scientology, which counts many a Hollywood celebrity among its adherents — that see extraterrestrials as good or even part of a divine plan.
—Krysta Fauria, Fortune, 12 June 2026
Nona Source was created to give designers access to surplus fabrics and materials from luxury houses, but what started as a way to connect deadstock with emerging brands has evolved into a full ecosystem spanning fashion, interiors, packaging and creative collaborations, Prieur du Perray said.
—Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 12 June 2026
What began as a film envisioned for Chris ultimately evolved into a very different but equally memorable vehicle for Jim.
—Simon Bland, IndieWire, 12 June 2026
Over time, basketry evolved into a craft among their descendants—with designs used to carry items such as sewing tools, homemade bread, and flowers—for both practical and economic purposes.
—Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for evolved
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The first few days (and weeks) of training camp should serve as a proving ground for Murray to demonstrate his understanding of the system and for McCarthy to showcase his improved accuracy.—
Alec Lewis,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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According to Warby Parker, during the war, the British Royal Air Force developed improved night-fighting success against German bombers and wanted to keep the real reason new airborne radar technology secret.—
Samantha Agate,
Charlotte Observer,
15 June 2026
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Another worker described the chaos that unfolded when well over a dozen teens brawled inside the diner.—
Kerry Burke,
New York Daily News,
16 June 2026
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As the investigation unfolded, Reagan's family and authorities learned the shocking truth that Parker had been faking a pregnancy since January 2020 and was desperate to complete the scheme.—
Caroline Blair,
PEOPLE,
16 June 2026
Verb
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The largely peaceful celebration radiated out into the streets around the Garden, with some fans climbing on street signs and jumping on top of vehicles.—
Alaa Elassar,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Their loss radiated outward like ripples in water after a stone is dropped.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
10 June 2026
Adjective
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Fable 5, in particular, marked the first time that Anthropic released such an advanced offering to the public, thanks to new safeguards that block responses in specific high-risk areas.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
13 June 2026
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Even in the 1970s, the RAND Corporation, a US thinktank, was investigating how Dassault managed to field advanced fighter jets on time and at a cost well below US manufacturers.—
Joseph Ataman,
CNN Money,
13 June 2026
Verb
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Tunisia have qualified for the World Cup on six occasions but have never progressed beyond the group stage.—
Sam Joseph,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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His symptoms apparently progressed throughout the day on Friday.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 June 2026
Verb
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As of Sunday evening, the names of those killed had yet to be released.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
15 June 2026
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Ukraine’s emergency services said a fire had affected 800 square meters of the roof of the Dormition Cathedral, and released images that showed damage to the building.—
Victoria Butenko,
CNN Money,
15 June 2026
Adjective
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His jab-step game was filthy out of triple-threat situations, and his mid-post game was already incredibly developed for a teenager.—
Sam Vecenie,
New York Times,
12 June 2026
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The candidates who got job offers gave richer, more developed answers — with real context and real outcomes.—
Phil Blair,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
8 June 2026
Verb
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Crowe elaborated on the sequel’s issues by speaking at length about his moral stance regarding the original film.—
Rafa Sales Ross,
Variety,
13 June 2026
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Iwema elaborated on Beals’ sense of humor.—
Michael Osipoff,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
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“Evolved.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/evolved. Accessed 19 Jun. 2026.
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