Word
developing
Phoneticsde·vel·op·ing, stress on the second syllable
US/dɪˈvɛɫəpɪŋ/
UK/dɪvˈɛləpɪŋ/
Definitions
01emerging nations
B1 · Intermediate
adj. used to describe a country that is poor but is trying to become more advanced with more industry and wealth.
adj. referring to a country with a relatively low industrial base and low Human Development Index (HDI) relative to other countries.
“Many developing countries are investing heavily in renewable energy to power their new factories.”
“Economists argue that developing nations require targeted infrastructure investment to transition from agricultural to service-based economies.”
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02growing or changing
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. in the process of growing, changing, or becoming more complete.
adj. undergoing a process of growth, evolution, or maturation; currently in progress.
“The police are still gathering facts in this developing story.”
“The situation remains fluid, with developing reports suggesting that the initial estimates of the damage were conservative.”
03the process of growth
B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun
n. the act or process of creating or growing something over time.
n. the action or process of bringing something to a more advanced or finished state.
“The developing of new software takes a lot of time and testing.”
“The developing of a cohesive urban strategy required months of consultation with local residents and environmental experts.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “developing” in context.
Adjective
01. developing country
“The charity works to improve education for children living in a developing country.”
adj + noun
02. developing nation
“Every developing nation needs access to clean water and reliable energy.”
adj + noun
03. developing world
“New technologies are helping to reduce poverty across the developing world.”
adj + noun
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- 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
- Common
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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