Word
evolved
US/iˈvɑɫvd/
UK/ɪvˈɒlvd/
Definitions
01developed over time
B2 · Upper Intermediate Science
v. changed slowly over a long period to become better or more complex.
v. developed gradually by a process of natural or logical progression. This past tense form often takes the preposition 'from'.
“The small family business evolved into a global company over thirty years.”
“The species evolved from a common ancestor that lived in the tropical rainforests millions of years ago.”
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02advanced or sophisticated
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having reached a high level of development or thinking.
adj. having reached a sophisticated or highly developed state through iterative change.
“They have a very evolved way of solving problems without arguing.”
“The software features an evolved user interface that anticipates the needs of professional designers.”
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03biologically gifted
C1 · Advanced Informal · Humorous
adj. having special or better physical abilities than others.
adj. possessing superior biological or physical traits, often used in a lighthearted or speculative context.
“He is so fast on the pitch that he seems more evolved than the rest of us.”
“In many science fiction stories, the characters encounter evolved humans who possess telepathic abilities.”
Real-World Examples
“Over time, some species have evolved to take advantage of these seasonal cycles.” “With most such records, we can track how past climates evolved decade by decade.” “Songbirds appear to have evolved through rare explosions of change separated by long periods of slower development.” “That is the temperature at which our bodies have evolved to work.” - 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.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL 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: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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