evolutionary

ev-o-lu-tion-ar-y · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to or denoting the process of biological evolution.

  2. 2.

    Relating to gradual development or change.

Phrases & expressions

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    evolutionary psychology — the study of psychological traits as adaptations
  • •
    evolutionary biology — the scientific study of biological evolution
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    evolutionary advantage — a trait that improves survival or reproduction

Related words

Antonyms: revolutionary, sudden
See also: evolution, evolve, gradual, revolutionary
Synonyms: developmental, gradual, progressive

Etymology

From "evolution" + "-ary," both ultimately from Latin "evolutio" (unrolling). First used in English in the mid-19th century following the popularization of Darwin's theories.