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Updated June 2026
The process of growth, progress, or advancement towards a more mature, complete, or sophisticated state. It can refer to economic, social, technological, or personal improvement.
“The development of renewable energy technologies has accelerated in recent years.”
Contains three E's and the pattern DEVEL. Watch for the -MENT ending common in abstract nouns.
Worth 18 points base value. The V (4 points) and P (3 points) make it valuable on premium squares.
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