CEFR B1+ · Verbs

advance

/ədˈvɑːns/ 📚 Module 3: Education (p.325-328)

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Arabic Translation & Context

Synonyms & Antonyms

To make progress or move forward in a particular area, often related to development or improvement. It can also mean to pay money before it is due.

Synonyms

progress develop further promote move forward

Antonyms

retreat regress hinder delay hold back

Translations

advance in your language

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عربي

للتقدم أو المضي قدماً.

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اردو

آگے بڑھنا یا ترقی کرنا۔

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हिंदी

आगे बढ़ना या प्रगति करना।

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中文

向前发展或取得进步。

Easy Explanation

When something 'advances', it moves ahead. You make progress. You get closer to a goal.

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Memory TipThink of 'advance' as moving 'ahead' or 'forward'.

Contextual Examples

Scientists continue to advance (make progress) our understanding of the universe.

She hopes to advance (move forward) her career by earning a master's degree.

The company decided to advance (move earlier) the project deadline by a week.

Pronunciation & Context