Synonyms for Develop
Definition of develop
- verb
- make something new, such as a product or a mental or artistic creation; "Her company developed a new kind of building material that withstands all kinds of weather"; "They developed a new technique"
- work out; "We have developed a new theory of evolution"
- gain through experience; "I acquired a strong aversion to television"; "Children must develop a sense of right and wrong"; "Dave developed leadership qualities in his new position"; "develop a passion for painting"
16 synonyms found
Writing tips for "develop"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like acquire, arise, break can replace "develop" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 16 alternatives available, "develop" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Develop" in song lyrics
See how develop is used in real songs:
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"I gets raw with the rhymes I develop"
Grand Daddy I.U. — Something New -
"Y'all could work in the dark room and still not develop"
Juice — Period -
"Question, how did this develop"
K-Rino — Killin' the Game