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évolution

evolution, development

noun eh-vo-LOO-syon Rare

Origin: Latin evolutio ('unrolling'), from evolvere

Also means

change over time

Usage Note

Évolution covers biological evolution (la théorie de l'évolution) and any gradual development or change (l'évolution des mœurs). Unlike English, it is used freely for non-biological progress; évolution de carrière means career progression. The related verb is évoluer.

Examples

"L'évolution des technologies est rapide."

Natural Translation

The evolution of technology is rapid.

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