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developmental

/dɪˌvɛl.əpˈmɛn.təl/
de · vel · op · men · tal
Adverb:developmentally
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• adjective

1

Relating to the process of physical, psychological, or biological growth and maturation over time.

Example

"Pediatricians closely monitor a child's developmental milestones during the first few years of life."

2

Intended to assist students in improving foundational academic skills before taking standard college-level courses, or designed to train athletes for higher levels of competition.

Example

"The community college offers developmental mathematics classes for incoming freshmen who need extra preparation."

3

In an experimental, preliminary, or early stage of creation, design, or economic advancement.

Example

"The aerospace company is currently testing a developmental prototype of its new electric aircraft."

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• Rhymes for developmental

• Nearby Words

developer
developing
development
developmental
developmentally
devex
deviance

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Developmental. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/developmental
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