ADVANCEMENT Synonyms: 149 Similar and Opposite Words

advancement

noun

əd-ˈvan(t)-smənt

Definition of advancement

as in promotion

a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position the young man's rapid advancement in the company came as no surprise to those who knew he was the president's nephew

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Relevance

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as in improvement

an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill science has made huge advancements in the field of genetics in recent years

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as in progress

forward movement in time or place wondered why we hadn't made any advancement in the long checkout line for at least 10 minutes

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Recent Examples of advancement The number of women being recognized by the IBMA is a key advancement on the scene. — Garret K. Woodward, Rolling Stone, 24 Oct. 2026 Have your pals finally forgiven you for choosing career advancement over them? — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026 One mathematics expert told CNBC that the advancements have real security implications. — Tobias Burns, CNBC, 22 Oct. 2026 Reynolds called the system a major advancement for the PAC-3 missile family. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for advancement

Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancement

Noun

The race will be branded the Formula 1 African Grand Prix, presented by Visit Rwanda, the country’s tourism-promotion brand.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 22 Oct. 2026
Since retaking the pitch in 2018-19, Belenenses has clawed its way back to relevance, winning five consecutive promotions.

— Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of promotion

Noun

Although the advances typically have to be paid back over a couple of months, California law requires the interest to be measured and disclosed by an annual rate.

— Audrey McGlinchy, Los Angeles Times, 28 Oct. 2026
Galloping advances in technology invite subterfuge and theft.

— Sam Mullins, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of advance

Noun

There should be visibility into how progression happens, what triggers the next step and how value will be shared as the firm grows.

— Tim Brackney, Forbes.com, 26 Oct. 2026
The progression from vessel impact to environmental damage is clear to see in many cases, said Brian Barnes, who is part of a group of satellite oceanographers at the University of South Florida analyzing the effects of this war from afar.

— Paula Hancocks, CNN Money, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of progression

Noun

Those who had hip replacement reportedly experienced less anxiety and depression and were more satisfied with the recovery process.

— Angelica Stabile, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026
Her approach often embraces the ancient process of using botanical forms and organic plants as the blueprint for new design.

— Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of process

Noun

Trade unions led the procession, followed by protesters in raincoats carrying flags and handmade placards.

— Richard Engel, NBC news, 24 Oct. 2026
The broadcaster reported that more than a hundred people had gathered in and around the church for a funeral procession.

— Mohamad El Chamaa, Washington Post, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of procession

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