evolution

(noun)

noun

1. a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)

- the evolution of Greek civilization

Similar word(s): development

Definition categories: process

2. (biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms

Similar word(s): phylogenesis, phylogeny

Definition categories: process

Sentences with evolution as a noun:

- Among other forms of change, the evolution of transportation has involved modification, diversification, convergence, divergence, hybridization, differentiation, and naturally, selection.

- The ongoing evolution of Lolita subculture fashion includes, among other things, the ballet style.

- The evolution of the universe began with a bang.