Meaning & Definition of word "Progress"

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    Progress

    /ˈprɒɡrɛs/

    noun:

    • 1. Forward or onward movement toward a destination or a more advanced state.
      • Example: The project is making good progress and should be completed by next month.
    • 2. Development towards an improved or more advanced condition.
      • Example: The progress in technology has changed the way we communicate.
    • 3. A record of a person's or group's advancement, typically in a specific field.
      • Example: The student's progress will be evaluated every quarter.

    verb:

    • 1. To move forward or onward in space or time.
      • Example: As the day progresses, the weather is expected to improve.
    • 2. To develop or advance in a specified manner.
      • Example: He hopes to progress in his career by taking additional courses.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'progressus', meaning 'a going forward'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    make progress:

    To move forward or to advance towards a goal.

    in progress:

    Something that is currently underway or being worked on.

    progress report:

    An update on the status of a project or task.

    Related Words

    advancement:

    The act of moving forward in one's career or status.

    development:

    The process of developing or being developed.

    Slang Meanings of progress

    Meaning: Making things happen.

    Example Sentence: Let's get moving and make some progress on this project.

    Meaning: Getting ahead in life or work.

    Example Sentence: He’s really making progress in his career, landing that big promotion.