developing

adjective
UK: /dɪˈvel.ə.pɪŋ/
US: /dɪˈvel.ə.pɪŋ/

  1. Currently growing or advancing; in the process of becoming more advanced, mature, or complex.

    1. The town is developing quickly due to new jobs.
    2. The developing nations need aid to improve their economies and infrastructure.

  2. Relating to a country that is poor and does not have a lot of industry.

    1. We must assist developing countries with fair trade.
    2. Many companies invest in developing economies to increase their global reach.

Synonyms

growing
developing verb

  1. Present participle of develop: To grow or change into a more advanced, larger, or stronger form.

    1. She is developing her skills every day.
    2. Scientists are developing new technologies to combat climate change effectively.

  2. To start to happen or exist.

    1. A storm is developing over the mountains now.
    2. Tensions are developing between the two countries, so diplomacy is important.

  3. To treat photographic film or paper with chemicals to make a picture appear.

    1. He is developing the photos in the darkroom.
    2. She spent hours developing the film from her trip to Italy.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "developing" in English means: Currently growing or advancing; in the process of becoming more advanced, mature, or complex., Relating to a country that is poor and does not have a lot of industry..

The phonetic transcription of "developing" is /dɪˈvel.ə.pɪŋ/ in British English and /dɪˈvel.ə.pɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "developing": growing.

Example usage of "developing": "The town is developing quickly due to new jobs.". More examples on the page.