EVOLUTIONS Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

evolutions

noun

plural of evolution

as in developments

the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced the evolution of motion pictures from short, silent reels into a medium of mass entertainment and an art form

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Recent Examples of evolutions Those values have informed key operational evolutions at Estée Lauder of late. — Noor Lobad, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 Massive technological evolutions, including smaller drivers and active and the introduction of adaptive-noise cancellation, have allowed listeners to focus on their favorite music like never before—even on the go, away from home. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 29 Sep. 2026 The characters Alex and Cole underwent their own evolutions as love interests. — Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026 Flanz has the unique distinction of being part of the show’s staff for over 28 years and having seen the many evolutions — on the show, in entertainment and in the culture — that have influenced the series’ direction. — Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026 Fast-forward to 2026, and the actress behind Lizzie—aka, Hilary Duff—has gone through several personal and professional evolutions in her lifetime. — Gina Vaynshteyn, StyleCaster, 9 July 2026 These educational crises—combined with evolutions in technology and culture—have rendered the experience of reading fiction, let alone poetry, a dispensable element of human life. — Brady Brickner-Wood, New Yorker, 8 July 2026 Diego Herrera Carcedo/Anadolu via Getty Images Military experts say the key factor driving Ukraine's recent successes is evolutions in its mid-range drone strike capabilities. — Aidan Stretch, CBS News, 9 June 2026 Though his career has gone through regular evolutions and progressions within that timeframe, what has remained constant through each phase has been his resolve to make a difference. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 3 June 2026

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Critics say the addition of massive, new developments in Miami Beach would put the city’s historic Art Deco charm and low-scale skyline at risk.

— Sofia Saric, Miami Herald, 15 Oct. 2026
This is not the first time the Kings have predicted major developments.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of developments

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As fall progresses, this might be the perfect time to get away for a bit to clear your head.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
That means California residents could see periods of cooler weather as fall progresses, but the overall three-month outlook favors warmer-than-average conditions across much of the state.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of progresses

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Is Willis doing well enough with his progressions and decision-making?

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026
But his preseason decision-making was purposeful, like a quarterback recognizing the first progression is open but choosing to go through the second and third progressions regardless.

— Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of progressions

Noun

Over the past 10 years, Veronica Beard saw a period of significant growth, with a quick succession of store openings, product category launches and expansions.

— Madeleine Schulz, Vogue, 13 Oct. 2026
Just as significant, Hello has continued to keep the game vibrant with a constant stream of free expansions, including the recent Cosmos update in September, which fleshed out the vast expanse of space with more things to explore.

— Andrew Webster, The Verge, 12 Oct. 2026

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