evolution
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
The gradual process by which living things change over many generations.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Darwin's theory of _____ changed how people understood nature."
Answer: evolution
In your own words, what does "evolution" mean?
The gradual process by which living things change over many generations.
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