la
/e.vɔ.ly.sjɔ̃/
Translation
evolution, development, progress
Word origin
From Latin evolutio, from evolvere ('to unroll, unfold'), formed from e- ('out') and volvere ('to roll'). English evolve, revolve and volume share the same root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- evolvere
- English cognates
- evolve, revolve, volume
Grammar
Examples
L' .
The evolution of species is a fascinating subject.
mentalités.
We are seeing a slow evolution in attitudes.
l' .
The doctor is closely following the progress of the illness.
Do not narrow to biology by reflex. It covers any gradual change or progression, from a patient's condition to a company's sales figures, far more often in everyday French than it refers to Darwin.
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