Crossword clue
Develop crossword clue
We have 16 answers for the clue “Develop”, from 4–9 letters. The most likely answer is GROW.
All answers for “Develop”
| Answer | Letters | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| 4-letter answers | ||
| GROW Best match | 4 | To increase in size or maturity |
| FORM | 4 | To take shape gradually |
| 5-letter answers | ||
| RIPEN | 5 | To come to maturity |
| BUILD | 5 | To create over time |
| ARISE | 5 | To come into being |
| 6-letter answers | ||
| EVOLVE | 6 | To change gradually into a fuller form |
| MATURE | 6 | To reach full development |
| EXPAND | 6 | To become larger or fuller |
| UNFOLD | 6 | To be revealed gradually |
| 7-letter answers | ||
| ADVANCE | 7 | To move forward or improve |
| BLOSSOM | 7 | To mature in a promising way |
| PROCESS | 7 | To treat film to make images visible |
| 8-letter answers | ||
| PROGRESS | 8 | To move towards a better state |
| FLOURISH | 8 | To grow in a healthy way |
| 9-letter answers | ||
| ELABORATE | 9 | To work out in more detail |
| GERMINATE | 9 | To begin to grow |
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What does “Develop” mean?
A verb meaning to grow or cause to grow, to become more advanced, or to work something out in detail. It can also mean to start to have something, such as an illness or a fault, or to process photographic film.
Solving tip
GROW and EVOLVE are the usual short answers. Answers are in the base form of the verb, so avoid anything ending in -S, -ED or -ING.
Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to the crossword clue "Develop"?
The most likely answer is GROW (4 letters) — To increase in size or maturity. Other common answers are EVOLVE (6), MATURE (6), EXPAND (6), RIPEN (5).
How many letters are in the answer to "Develop"?
Answers to "Develop" range from 4–9 letters. Count the squares in your grid and use the length filter on this page to narrow the list.