Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

develop

verb
/dɪˈvɛl.əp/
Definition
To grow or cause to grow and become more mature, advanced, or elaborate.
Examples
  • She plans to develop her skills in painting.
  • The company aims to develop a new software application.
  • As children grow, they develop new abilities.
Meaning
To bring something into a more advanced state or to improve it.
Synonyms
  • advance
  • evolve
  • grow
  • improve
  • expand