A2verb 1K

Develop

🇬🇧 UK /["/dɪˈveləp/","/dɪˈveləps/","/dɪˈveləpt/","/dɪˈveləpɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/dɪˈveləp/","/dɪˈveləps/","/dɪˈveləpt/","/dɪˈveləpɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Develop

to gradually grow or become bigger, more advanced, stronger, etc.; to make something do this

In simple words: To grow or improve something.

Develop in a sentence

• It is important to develop new skills for your career.
• The city plans to develop more parks for the community.
• Scientists work to develop vaccines for diseases.
• Children need time to develop their talents.
• The software will develop over time with updates.
• He wanted to develop his ideas further in the meeting.
• They plan to develop a new training program next year.
• As we grow, we develop different perspectives on life.

How to use Develop

Use 'develop' when talking about making progress or improvements. It is appropriate in both written and spoken contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

develop + object

Memory hint

Think of 'development' — imagine growing a plant from a seed.

Related words

Collocations with Develop

• develop a plan
• develop skills
• develop a strategy
• develop an idea
• develop relationships

Synonyms for Develop

• elaborate (1)

Opposites of Develop

• deteriorate
• decline
• stagnate

Common mistakes with Develop

• 'Developing' vs 'developement' - confused with the correct spelling.
• 'Develop a plan' - forget to use an article (a/the) before 'plan'.
• 'Develop' vs 'evolve' - using 'evolve' in place of 'develop' when the change is not gradual.

Frequently asked questions about Develop

What does Develop mean?

To grow or improve something.

What is the definition of Develop?

to gradually grow or become bigger, more advanced, stronger, etc.; to make something do this

How do you use Develop in a sentence?

It is important to develop new skills for your career.

Can you give another example of Develop?

The city plans to develop more parks for the community.

What are synonyms for Develop?

Common alternatives include elaborate (1).

What is the opposite of Develop?

Opposite meanings include deteriorate, decline, stagnate.

What words go with Develop?

It commonly pairs with develop a plan, develop skills, develop a strategy, develop an idea, develop relationships.

What are common mistakes when using Develop?

'Developing' vs 'developement' - confused with the correct spelling. 'Develop a plan' - forget to use an article (a/the) before 'plan'. 'Develop' vs 'evolve' - using 'evolve' in place of 'develop' when the change is not gradual.

How do you pronounce Develop?

US: /["/dɪˈveləp/","/dɪˈveləps/","/dɪˈveləpt/","/dɪˈveləpɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/dɪˈveləp/","/dɪˈveləps/","/dɪˈveləpt/","/dɪˈveləpɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Develop?

Use 'develop' when talking about making progress or improvements. It is appropriate in both written and spoken contexts. Avoid using it in overly casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Develop?

"Develop" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.