Ripened is a term used to describe the process of a fruit or vegetable becoming ripe. DEVELOPED, which has 9 letters, is a term used to describe the process of something growing or progressing. MATURED, which has 7 letters, is a term used to describe the process of something becoming more advanced or experienced. AGED, which has 4 letters, is a term used to describe the process of something becoming older. Maturated, which also has 9 letters, is a term used to describe the process of something becoming more mature or complete. All of these terms can be used to describe the process of ripening.