ADVANCEMENTS Synonyms: 135 Similar and Opposite Words

advancements

noun

plural of advancement

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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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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 advances

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 advancements Police said that new evidence in the case, as well as advancements in forensic technology, led to the arrest, though some of the exact details were not provided. — News Editor, CBS News, 27 Oct. 2026 For Wildwood, many of the advancements came down to materials. — Andrew Webster, The Verge, 24 Oct. 2026 Roseberry repurposed the outdated materials of an early aughts IT department, while McQueen’s robotic arms were borrowed from a factory where they were used to paint cars — hardly super high-tech advancements threatening species-level extinction. — Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 20 Oct. 2026 There's reason to believe research on Jonathan and other animals could lead to advancements for people, Austad said. — Kyle Melnick The Washington Post, Arkansas Online, 18 Oct. 2026 Patient advocates and clinicians say the recent advancements in treatment could mark the beginning of a new era in sickle cell care, one that may free thousands from recurrent episodes of debilitating pain and improve long-term health outcomes. — Steven Ross Johnson, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026 Its new businesses may help fund advancements and/or maintenance to Plex’s media software. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 15 Oct. 2026 Orlando Police Detective Phillip McMican told reporters that new evidence was found using advancements in digital forensics, including vehicles, electronic devices, phones and computers. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026 Trade tech advancements are helping those at the vanguard of the new NA movement. — Gary Baum, HollywoodReporter, 11 Oct. 2026

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Noun

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
After years grinding on the independent circuit, competing across multiple promotions and even landing in WWE, the beloved wrestling stalwart found a home in All Elite Wrestling.

— Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2026

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Struggling California small businesses are increasingly turning to merchant cash advances for fast funding, despite risky, high-cost repayment terms.

— 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 advances

Noun

Zygielbaum says his election processes won't change either way.

— Miles Parks, NPR, 22 Oct. 2026
In March 2025, a group of inmates filed a class-action lawsuit accusing the government of failing to follow the proper administrative processes before changing the prison policy.

— Julian Mark, Washington Post, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of processes

Noun

The poor decision-making, surprisingly shaky accuracy, inability to elevate a weak supporting cast and difficulty moving through progressions quickly are all serious red flags.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 21 Oct. 2026
But his preseason decision-making was purposeful, like a quarterback recognizing the first progression is open but choosing to go through the second and third progressions regardless.

— Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of progressions

Noun

As fall progresses, this might be the perfect time to get away for a bit to clear your head.

— R. Eric Thomas, Chicago Tribune, 8 Oct. 2026
That means California residents could see periods of cooler weather as fall progresses, but the overall three-month outlook favors warmer-than-average conditions across much of the state.

— Sacbee.com, Sacbee.com, 24 Sep. 2026

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Related Articles The Parthenon Marbles, made between 447 and 432 BCE by the Greek sculptor Phidias, depict gods and processions in marble relief panels, sculptures, and friezes.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 14 Oct. 2026
In contrast to the busy and sometimes urbanized pilgrimage routes of Europe, or the crowded processions of the Hajj, the ancient path runs mostly through quiet forests.

— Shay Rabineau, The Conversation, 8 Oct. 2026

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