Cool MateDevelopment
UK /["/dɪˈveləpmənt/"]/US /["/dɪˈveləpmənt/"]/
Definition
the steady growth of something so that it becomes more advanced, stronger, etc.
In simple words: The process of growing or improving something.
Examples
- The development of new technology has changed how we communicate.
- She is focusing on the personal development aspect of her career.
- Urban development can lead to both positive and negative changes in a community.
- The development of the new software was completed ahead of schedule.
- The development of children's skills is crucial in their early years.
- The rapid development of artificial intelligence raises ethical questions.
- He was excited about the development of his new project.
- Sustainable development aims to meet the needs of the present without compromising the future.
Usage notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts, often in business, education, and personal growth discussions. Avoid in casual conversations unless relevant.
Grammar pattern
development + of + noun
Memory hint
Think 'develop' and 'meant' — it’s about making something become what it’s meant to be.
Collocations
- full
- gradual
- rapid
- aid
- allow
- assist
- occur
- take place
- continue
- initiative
- plan
- programme/program
- during development
- in development
- under development
- research and development
- a stage in the development of something
- a stage of development
- exciting
- important
- major
- occur
- take place
- unfold
- development in
- exciting
- important
- major
- occur
- take place
- unfold
- development in
- housing
- residential
- business
Synonyms
- progress
- advancement
- expansion
- growth
- improvement
Antonyms
- decline
- regression
- stagnation
Common mistakes
- Confusing 'development' with 'developing'
- Using 'development's' without a clear noun following it
- Confusing it with 'improvement' in contexts where 'development' is specific