Develops
8 lettersverbcommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
To grow, progress, or advance to a more advanced or mature state. Also means to create something new through planning and work, or to bring out a latent image in photography.
“The company develops innovative software solutions for small businesses across multiple industries.”
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Contains double 'E' and common letters 'D', 'V', 'L', 'P', 'S'; vowels 'E', 'O' provide coverage
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8-letter word worth 14 points; the 'V' and 'P' tiles offer good scoring potential
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