Synonyms of developmental

developmental

adjective

dē-ˌve-ləp-ˈmen-tᵊl 

as in experimental

made or done as an experiment

developmental weaponry that is classified as top secret by the Pentagon

Synonyms & Similar Words

• experimental
• investigative
• trial
• pilot
• preliminary
• exploratory
• preparatory
• temporary
• theoretic
• hypothetical
• speculative
• theoretical
• tentative
• probative
• provisional
• conjectural
• untried
• unproven
• untested
• unproved

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• standard
• established
• advanced
• accepted
• developed
• final
• permanent
• tested
• decisive
• definitive
• proved
• conclusive
• tried
• proven

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of developmental

The most up-to-date science states that no level of lead exposure is safe–especially during childhood when the toxic metal causes developmental mayhem. —Lauren Leffer, Popular Science, 4 Dec. 2024

Legacies of developmental dictatorships include significant authority being concentrated in the top office but also a constitution that limits the president to a single five-year term. —Nectar Gan, CNN, 4 Dec. 2024

Perfect for babies 0-18 months, these food-grade teething toys are designed to encourage exploration and developmental learning. —Chaunie Brusie, Rn, Parents, 29 Nov. 2024

Previous research had already identified associations between exposure to PM 2.5 and maternal and child health issues, including preeclampsia, low birth weight and developmental delays in early childhood. —Sharon Udasin, The Hill, 29 Nov. 2024