Advancement

/ədˈvansmənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The process of promoting or moving forward in position, rank, or importance.

Her advancement to senior manager was celebrated by her colleagues.

Progress or improvement in a particular field or area.

Recent advancements in technology have transformed the way we communicate.

An act of advancing or moving forward.

The advancement of the troops was carefully planned to avoid detection.

From the Middle French 'avancement', from 'avancer', meaning to advance.

career advancement

Progression or promotion in one's job or profession.

advancement opportunities

Chances or possibilities for promotion or improvement in a career.

advancement in technology

Progress or innovation in technological fields.

advance

To move forward or make progress.

promote

To raise someone to a higher position or rank.

improve

To make or become better.

Leveling up

He got promoted, it's like he's leveling up in the game of life!

Climbing the ladder

She’s been climbing the ladder fast at her job.