The process by which different kinds of living organisms are thought to have developed and diversified from earlier forms during the history of the earth.

The theory of evolution explains how species adapt to their environments over time.

A gradual process in which something changes into a different and usually more complex or better form.

The evolution of technology has drastically changed the way we communicate.

A manoeuvre or movement of troops, ships, or aircraft involving a change of formation.

The fleet executed a series of evolutions before opening fire.

The release of a gas, heat, or light during a chemical or physical process.

The evolution of oxygen occurs during photosynthesis.

evolutionadjective

Relating to or associated with biological evolution or its principles.

The evolution argument was a central topic in the science curriculum review.