W: (n) evolution [Related to: evolve] (a process in which something passes by degrees to a different stage (especially a more advanced or mature stage)) "the development of his ideas took many years"; "the evolution of Greek civilization"; "the slow development of her skill as a writer"
W: (n) evolution [Related to: evolve] ((biology) the sequence of events involved in the evolutionary development of a species or taxonomic group of organisms)
S: (v) develop, acquire, evolve (gain through experience) "I acquired a strong aversion to television"; "Children must develop a sense of right and wrong"; "Dave developed leadership qualities in his new position"; "develop a passion for painting"