Word
developed
Phoneticsde·vel·oped, stress on the second syllable
US/dɪˈvɛɫəpt/
UK/dɪvˈɛləpt/
Definitions
01wealthy and industrialised
B1 · Intermediate
adj. describing a country with a lot of industry, modern technology, and a strong economy.
adj. referring to a nation or region with a highly industrialised economy, advanced infrastructure, and a high standard of living.
“Many developed countries are working together to reduce their carbon emissions.”
“The transition from an agrarian society to a developed economy requires significant investment in education and digital infrastructure.”
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02advanced or mature
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. fully grown or having reached an advanced stage.
adj. having reached a state of maturity, complexity, or full functional capacity.
“The young athlete already has a very developed sense of discipline.”
“By the third trimester, the foetus has highly developed internal organs capable of supporting life outside the womb.”
03photography
C1 · Advanced Science Technical
adj. describing film that has been treated with chemicals so the pictures can be seen.
adj. referring to photographic film or paper that has undergone chemical processing to render a latent image visible and permanent.
“She took the roll of developed film to the shop to get prints made.”
“The photographer spent hours in the darkroom examining the developed negatives for any signs of light leakage.”
Usage
In modern contexts, this usually refers to traditional analogue photography rather than digital files.
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “developed” in context.
Adjective
01. developed country
“Japan is a highly developed country with a strong economy and advanced technology.”
adj + noun
02. developed nation
“Every developed nation has a responsibility to help protect the environment.”
adj + noun
03. developed system
“The hospital has a well developed system for managing patient records.”
adj + noun
04. developed world
“Access to clean water is something people in the developed world often take for granted.”
adj + noun
05. developed a new
06. developed a method
07. developed a way
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ADJECTIVE
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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