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Breakthrough
01
an important discovery or development that helps improve a situation or answer a problem
Grammatical Information
animacy status
inanimate
plural form
breakthroughs
Examples
The scientist 's groundbreaking research led to a major breakthrough in cancer treatment.
02
a sudden and productive insight, idea, or understanding
Examples
He had a breakthrough while brainstorming solutions.
03
the act of penetrating a barrier, obstacle, or defense, especially in military contexts
Examples
The troops made a breakthrough through enemy lines.
breakthrough
01
describing an action, discovery, or development that represents a significant and pioneering advance
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Composition
Complex
relational
ungradable
Examples
The team announced a breakthrough treatment for the disease.
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