develop (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /dɪˈvel.əp/

Definition

To grow or change into a more advanced or complete form.

Examples

• The town began to develop into a city.

• His skills developed over many years.

• The plan will develop over the next few months.

How to Use develop

develop into (prepositional phrase)

To grow or change into something else. — "The small village developed into a large town."

develop from (prepositional phrase)

To start from something and grow or change. — "This idea developed from a simple concept."

develop a skill (collocation)

To learn and improve an ability. — "He is trying to develop his leadership skills."

develop a plan (collocation)

To create a strategy or set of actions. — "The team will develop a new marketing plan."

Synonyms of develop

Words with a similar meaning to develop:

• grow
• evolve
• mature
• progress

Antonyms of develop

Words with the opposite meaning to develop:

• stunt
• regress

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