PROGRESSION Synonyms: 117 Similar and Opposite Words

progression

noun

prə-ˈgre-shən

Definition of progression

as in sequence

a series of things linked together a progression of events that ended in utter disaster for the arctic explorers

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Relevance

as in progress

forward movement in time or place our progression was slow but steady

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as in evolution

the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced that civilization's gradual progression from simple bartering to a complex economy and monetary system

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Recent Examples of progression 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 Research has linked frequent breakfast skipping to a higher risk of chronic kidney disease (CKD) and CKD progression. — Md Published, Verywell Health, 21 Oct. 2026 The chorus broke open with two major chords, and the two people fumbled their way down the hall in the story while the musical progression tumbled downward, along with the protagonist’s self-respect. — Tom Roland, Billboard, 21 Oct. 2026 For Diop, the installation’s progression reflects how her own creative perspective began to take shape. — Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 21 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for progression

Recent Examples of Synonyms for progression

Noun

That sequence also has a quick cameo from Aaron Paul, who plays Matt’s dad in one of his transformations.

— Jordan Moreau, Variety, 25 Oct. 2026
The sequence demonstrated the ability of different naval weapon systems to participate in a coordinated engagement against a surface target.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of sequence

Noun

The progress came roughly a year after the program received funding for its initial engineering, manufacturing and development phase.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026
Members will measure their progress using the IUCN’s Red List and its Green Status of Species, the fund said.

— Sydney Lake, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of progress

Noun

The study continued that natural selection, genetic drift, and recombination biases shape the evolution of nonribosomal peptides, a class of compounds used in antibiotics such as penicillin, as well as toxins.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 24 Oct. 2026
The cutting-edge building details the city’s evolution from a humble fishing village to a bustling metropolis with over 18 million residents.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of evolution

Noun

People used to be able to fill up their tires for free at GetGo, but now the gas station chain charges $3.

— Barry Pintar, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
Council voted 11-3 to endorse the boycott of the popular coffee chain Starbucks, pledging not to buy any of its products until the company finalizes a fair contract with its unionized baristas.

— Shaddi Abusaid, AJC.com, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of chain

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

Applications could range from assessing the impact of an earthquake by comparing imagery before and after an event to monitoring changes in infrastructure or identifying developments in a sensitive area.

— Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
Its Remote Intercept Guidance 360 (RIG-360) program has completed a major flight test and several development milestones within months.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of development

Noun

Trump won his second term in office just days after the collapse of a new concrete canopy at a train station in Novi Sad, killing 16 people.

— Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 27 Oct. 2026
Support for the populist had eroded since 16 people were killed in 2024 when a concrete canopy collapsed at a train station in Novi Sad.

— JOVANA GEC, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026

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