advancements

noun

plural of advancement
1
as in promotions
a raising or a state of being raised to a higher rank or position the young man's rapid advancement in the company came as no surprise to those who knew he was the president's nephew

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2
as in improvements
an instance of notable progress in the development of knowledge, technology, or skill science has made huge advancements in the field of genetics in recent years

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3
as in advances
forward movement in time or place wondered why we hadn't made any advancement in the long checkout line for at least 10 minutes

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Recent Examples of advancements Earlier products would show where fish were located, but advancements now enable anglers to see images of fish in real time. — ABC News, 15 June 2026 Here is a list of the inventions and innovations, business advancements and manufacturing achievements our state pioneered in the past 250 years. — Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2026 Explore the universe with news on fascinating discoveries, scientific advancements and more. — Amen Galinato, CNN Money, 29 June 2026 Still, the experts say, the result of the laws has been significant advancements in knowledge and perception of the Tequesta and their predecessors, and the preservation of at least a portion of some significant sites. — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026 Similar rapid advancements occurred with chemistry in the 19th century and physics in the 20th century, and the 21st century will go to biology and medicine. — Rachel Nuwer, Scientific American, 16 June 2026 Rather than offering a reverential homage, the concept recalls the original’s aggressive sophistication, while integrating bleeding-edge advancements. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 17 June 2026 The author contrasts the unifying spirit of the 1976 Bicentennial with today's pervasive division, despite significant advancements in rights for women, minorities, and the disabled. — Sophia A. Nelson, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 The case stands as a powerful example of how advancements in forensic science, particularly utilizing DNA and forensic genetic genealogy, continue to transform cold case investigations, delivering answers even decades after crimes occur. — Dejanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 15 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for advancements
  1. promotions
  2. improvements
  3. advances
  4. processes
  5. progressions
  6. progresses
  7. processions
Noun
  • From Price Discounting To Total Value Telecom is a market where competitors frequently battle on discounts, device promotions and bundle pricing.
    — Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
  • The promotions could put them in line to fill vacancies on the seven-member commission, which has been reduced to two by the corruption investigations.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
Definition of promotions
Noun
  • Of the 33 schools awarded grants, 19 schools opted for main entrance improvements while 14 chose to modernize their check-in and visitor badging systems.
    — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
  • The mid-20th century also ushered in improvements in heart disease treatments.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026
Definition of improvements
Noun
  • The Nasdaq Composite saw its largest quarterly gain since 2020, powered by record-setting advances in semiconductor stocks and cybersecurity leaders.
    — Alex Harring, CNBC, 1 July 2026
  • Yes, of course there have been thousands of technological advances in my lifetime, and my smart phone is full of helpful apps.
    — Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of advances
Noun
  • While quantum computers remain under development, quantum sensors are already being used to measure physical processes with a level of precision that conventional instruments often struggle to achieve.
    — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026
  • Recruitment processes are described as clearer and more aligned following the departures of Daniel Levy, the former executive chairman who was deposed in September last year, and ex-managing director of football Fabio Paratici.
    — Mark Critchley, New York Times, 4 July 2026
Definition of processes
Noun
  • John Coltrane is another influential figure in the history of jazz, known for his pioneering innovations on the saxophone, notably his ability to create a complex, rapid-fire approach to chord progressions.
    — Noe Padilla, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • In Sing & Play Mode, the device automatically handles complex chord progressions and backing rhythms, while Solo Mode maps individual notes to the pads.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 21 June 2026
Definition of progressions
Noun
  • As fermentation progresses, sugar is gradually converted into alcohol, meaning both its flavor and alcohol content evolve over time.
    — Emily Cappiello, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • Altair will become more prominent as summer progresses, so there's plenty of time to get to know it.
    — Jamie Carter, Space.com, 26 June 2026
Definition of progresses
Noun
  • Iraq has confirmed that funeral processions for Khamenei will be held in Najaf and Karbala, two Shiite holy cities south of Baghdad.
    — Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 1 July 2026
  • Over time, Muharram observances became woven into civic and cultural life across parts of the region, where some Hindus participated as musicians in processions and others crafted tazias.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 25 June 2026
Definition of processions

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