由简陋趋向完善

change from a crude state into a developed one

历史的总趋向

the general trend of history

他有发胖的趋向。

He has a tendency to put on weight.

劳动生产率有不断上升的趋向。

Labour productivity has a tendency to increase steadily.

他是一个趋向实践、实干的人。

He is someone who tends to be practical and hardworking.