developed

/dɪvˈɛləpt/

/dɪˈvɛɫəpt/

developed

created, built, or improved to a more advanced state

(of real estate) made more useful and profitable as by building or laying out roads

(used of societies) having high industrial development

Examples

1. The north coast is less developed and perfect for nature lovers.

2. Most people remain rural and poor and education is locked in a time warp relative to developed nations.

3. The differences between males and females are less highly developed.

4. Others are more developed.