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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