Developed (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of real estate) made more useful and profitable as by building or laying out roads; "condominiums were built on the developed site".
Classification
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Examples
- A once-rural area was transformed with new housing units, restaurants, and shops on the developed site over the years.
- The developer received special recognition for converting a swamp into a fully developed area with lush green parks and elegant mansions.
- A shopping mall was constructed on the developed land, which in turn led to more residential housing and restaurants being built nearby.
- Developed plots sold quickly as families showed a keen interest in settling in the new suburban town.
- New golf courses, parks, and hotels were built on the developed property generating a boost to the local economy.
Meaning 2
Being changed over time so as to be e.g. stronger or more complete or more useful; "the developed qualities of the Hellenic outlook"; "they have very small limbs with only two fully developed toes on each".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Antonyms
Meaning 3
(used of societies) having high industrial development; "developed countries".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The developed countries have made significant efforts to reduce their carbon footprint and promote sustainable energy sources.
- According to the economist, the gap between developed and underdeveloped nations is narrowing with time due to globalization.
- This organization primarily focuses on providing economic assistance and relief to underdeveloped nations worldwide, rather than the already developed ones.
- Citizens of developed countries are increasingly concerned about the environmental consequences of their high consumption lifestyle.
- Compared to some developed nations, our tax rates are still relatively low despite recent reforms.