Progress

/ˈprɒɡrɛs/

Meaning & Definition

noun

Forward or onward movement toward a destination or a more advanced state.

The project is making good progress and should be completed by next month.

Development towards an improved or more advanced condition.

The progress in technology has changed the way we communicate.

A record of a person's or group's advancement, typically in a specific field.

The student's progress will be evaluated every quarter.

verb

To move forward or onward in space or time.

As the day progresses, the weather is expected to improve.

To develop or advance in a specified manner.

He hopes to progress in his career by taking additional courses.

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

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.

advancement

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

development

The process of developing or being developed.

Making things happen.

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

Getting ahead in life or work.

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