progress
Pronunciation
/ˈprɑːɡrɛs/ , /ˈproʊɡrɛs/

Definition & Meaning of "progress"in English

Progress
01

gradual movement toward a goal or a desired state

progress definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Uncountable
Examples
The scientist made significant progress in her research on renewable energy.
02

forward movement or movement toward somewhere

progress definition and meaning
Examples
The GPS showed their progress as they traveled along the highway.
03

a formal journey, tour, or inspection, often by a monarch or official

Dated
Examples
The king embarked on a summer progress through his kingdom.
to progress
01

to develop into a more advanced or improved stage

Intransitive
to progress definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
derived
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
progress
3rd person singular
progresses
Present participle
progressing
Past simple
progressed
Past participle
progressed
Examples
Over the years, technology has progressed, transforming bulky computers into sleek and powerful devices.
02

to move in a forward direction

Intransitive: to progress to a direction
to progress definition and meaning
Examples
The hikers steadily progressed up the mountain, reaching higher elevations with each step.
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