Evolutionary

usgb/ˌevəˈluːʃəneri/
adjective

Related to gradual development over time.

The giraffe's long neck is a result of evolutionary adaptation.
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Often appears as...

  • evolutionary process
  • evolutionary biology

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Natural History

When 'evolutionary' describes biological traits, it refers to changes inherited over generations.

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The evolutionary patterns of dinosaurs fascinate paleontologists.
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Academic Tone

'Evolutionary' in academic contexts suggests well-researched, scientific developments.

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Evolutionary theories are crucial in understanding species diversity.
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Not Instant

Emphasizes a slow, continuous process, not sudden change.

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Language has an evolutionary journey, tracing back thousands of years.
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