evolutionary

adjective C1

Meaning

Pertaining to the gradual development and adaptation of organisms, ideas, or systems over time, often characterized by a process of change that is influenced by environmental or contextual factors; in a broader sense, it can also refer to progressive chan
💡 The term "evolutionary" is often misused in casual contexts to imply mere change; however, in academic discourse, it specifically denotes a process that is systematic and often driven by underlying mechanisms such as natural selection or cultural adaptation.

Example Sentences

Evolutionary changes in species occur gradually over long periods .
The company adopted an evolutionary approach to improve its product design .
The evolutionary changes in species occur over many generations .
The evolutionary process explains the gradual development of complex organisms .

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