developments
6 synonyms and 0 antonyms for developments, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Plural of development — new events, or groups of newly built structures.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “developments” mean?
The word “developments” means plural of development — new events, or groups of newly built structures. In plain terms, more than one development — either new events or new building projects.
How do you use “developments” in a sentence?
Here is “developments” used in a sentence: “Several new housing developments have sprung up nearby.”
What part of speech is “developments”?
“Developments” is a noun.
Is “developments” a common word?
“Developments” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between "developments" and "development"?
"Development" in the singular usually refers to the process of growing or improving, while "developments" in the plural refers to specific new events or changes, or to groups of newly built structures. You follow "developments in the case" or drive past new housing "developments."
What are common collocations with "developments"?
"Developments" often follows words like latest, recent, new, exciting, and worrying, and it pairs with "in," as in "developments in technology." In property, it refers to housing or commercial developments, meaning groups of newly built structures.