English · Common Verbs
develop
/dɪˈveləp/
[/dɪˈveləp/]
grow or create
Intermediateverb
Definition
To grow or change gradually, or to create something over a period of time.
Example
The company plans to develop a new app that helps people learn languages faster.
The company plans to develop a new app that helps people learn languages faster.
Etymology
From French 'développer', from Old French 'desveloper' (to unwrap).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for growth, creating products, and progressing skills or ideas.