evolution
gb/ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/ us/ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
B1
Anglais
~ 3100
evolúció, törzsfejlődés, fejlődés, fokozatos, fokozatos fejlődés, inkrementális, manőver, hadmozdulat
NOM
B1
1
evolúció
B2
Schéma d’usage :
[something]'s evolution
Charles Darwin's work helped explain the theory of evolution.
Charles Darwin munkássága segített megérteni az evolúció elméletét.
The evolution of whales from land mammals took millions of years.
A bálnák szárazföldi emlősökből való kifejlődése évmilliókig tartott.
Scientists study fossils to learn about human evolution.
Evolution explains how species adapt to their environment.
Birds are thought to be the result of the evolution of certain dinosaurs.
Exemples pédagogiques
Darwin wrote about the evolution of animals.
Darwin az állatok evolúciójáról írt.
Evolution takes a very long time.
Az evolúció nagyon hosszú ideig tart.
We study evolution in science class.
Evolution explains how life changes.
The book talks about human evolution.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners sometimes confuse 'evolution' with 'revolution' because they sound similar, but 'revolution' means a sudden change, while 'evolution' is slow and gradual.
Sens
Gradual change in species over time
Collocations
theory of evolution
|biological evolution
|human evolution
|Darwinian evolution
Synonymes
natural selection (A mechanism of evolution, more specific than the broader concept of evolution.)
|
adaptation (Refers to specific traits developed through evolution, not the full process.)
Antonymes
creationism (The belief that life originated from a divine act, opposing the scientific explanation of evolution.)
Thèmes
science
|biology
|nature
Définition
The slow change in plants, animals, or other living things over a long time.
The process by which living organisms develop and diversify from earlier forms through gradual changes over many generations.
NOM
B1
2
Schéma d’usage :
the evolution of [something]
The evolution of smartphones has been rapid over the past decade.
Az okostelefonok fejlődése az elmúlt évtizedben rohamos volt.
We studied the evolution of language in our linguistics class.
A nyelv fejlődését tanulmányoztuk a nyelvészeti órán.
The company's success is due to the steady evolution of its business model.
Fashion trends show an interesting evolution over time.
The evolution of film technology changed how movies are made.
Exemples pédagogiques
The evolution of cars is very fast now.
Az autók fejlődése manapság nagyon gyors.
We talked about the evolution of music in class.
Az órán a zene fejlődéséről beszéltünk.
Language has a long history of evolution.
The internet has had a quick evolution.
The city's skyline shows its evolution.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners may think 'evolution' only applies to biology, but it can also describe changes in non-living things like technology or art.
Sens
Gradual development over time
Collocations
the evolution of technology
|cultural evolution
|the evolution of language
Synonymes
progression (Focuses more on forward movement, not just change.)
|
development (A broader term that can apply to both fast and slow changes.)
Antonymes
regression (A return to a less developed state, opposite to progress in evolution.)
Thèmes
general
|culture
|technology
|core_vocabulary
Définition
The slow change or growth of something over time.
A process of gradual change or improvement in something, especially in ideas, technology, or culture.
NOM
C1
TECHNICAL
3
manőver
B2
hadmozdulat
C1
The fleet performed complex evolutions during the exercise.
A flotta a gyakorlat során összetett manővereket hajtott végre.
Pilots practiced aerial evolutions for the air show.
A pilóták légi manővereket gyakoroltak a légibemutatóra.
Military evolutions require careful coordination among units.
Exemples pédagogiques
The ships did many evolutions in the sea.
A hajók sok manővert hajtottak végre a tengeren.
The army trained for new evolutions.
A hadsereg új manővereket gyakorolt.
The planes made fast evolutions in the air.
Erreur fréquente :
Learners may confuse this sense with the general idea of change over time; here it refers to physical movement patterns.
Sens
Planned movement or maneuver
Collocations
naval evolutions
|aerial evolutions
|military evolutions
Synonymes
maneuver (A general term for a planned movement; 'evolution' can be more formal and technical.)
Antonymes
standstill (A complete lack of movement or progress, opposite to a maneuver.)
Thèmes
military
|transport
|politics
Définition
A planned movement from one position to another, usually by soldiers, ships, or airplanes.
A movement or series of movements, especially in military or naval operations, involving a change in position or formation.
Grammaire
Forme canonique
evolution
API
GB/ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
US/ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
Syllabes et accentuation
evol - u - tion (3 syllabes)
Stress on 3rd syllable (tion)
Formes du mot
Noun
- Base: evolution
- Plural: evolution, evolutions
Famille de mots
Forms
evolutions
noun
Core family
evolve
verb B2
evolutionary
adjective B2
Related words
evolutionarily
adverb
evolutionist
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unevolved
adjective
Advanced or less common
devolution
noun
devolve
verb
Expressions
cultural evolution
1/kˈʌlt͡ʃɚəl ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
Gradual change in culture over time
The slow change in culture, traditions, and ideas over many years.
Exemples
- Cultural evolution has shaped how societies work today.
- Language is an important part of cultural evolution.
human evolution
1/hjˈumən ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Gradual biological development of humans
The slow change of humans from older species into modern people.
Exemples
- Fossils give scientists clues about human evolution.
- Human evolution took millions of years.
theory of evolution
1/θˈiɚi əv ˌɛvəlˈuʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
Scientific explanation for species change
The scientific idea that plants and animals slowly change over time through natural processes like natural selection.
Exemples
- The theory of evolution is taught in most biology classes.
- Many scientists have added evidence to support the theory of evolution.