noun

advancement

ad-VAHNS-muhnt

noun

Progress or improvement, especially a move up to a higher position or level.

"Her advancement to team leader came after years of hard work."

"Scientific advancement has transformed how we treat this illness."

Money paid to someone before it is technically due.

"The publisher gave the author an advancement against future royalties."

How to Use Advancement

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMoving up or moving forward — in a career, in knowledge, or in a payment schedule.

Common pairings

career advancement advancement opportunities advancement in technology

advancements plural

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From Old French avancement, built on advance plus the noun-forming ending -ment.

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