Synonyms for

Progresses

Verb / ˈprɑ:ˌgresʌz / / prəʊˈgresʌz / Another word for progresses — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to move forward or make progress

Synonyms & similar words

recede progress goon moveon regress buildup build advancement progression onwardmotion forwardmotion marchon comeon procession retreat advance passon workup geton shapeup comealong getalong advance develop evolve improve proceed mature thrive flourish grow promote rise succeed

Synonyms by register

Formal

advances develops evolves progresses

Informal

moves on gets ahead keeps going makes headway

Literary

flourishes burgeons ascends

Antonyms

regresses declines wanes languishes stagnates recedes

Common collocations

  • progresses steadily
  • progresses rapidly
  • progresses well
  • progresses slowly
  • progresses further
  • progresses to
  • progresses through

Word family

noun progress
verb progress
adjective progressive
adverb progressively

Usage note

The verb 'progresses' is often used to describe movement forward, development, or improvement. It is generally neutral in tone but can imply positive movement.

Example sentences

  1. The project progresses nicely.
  2. The team progresses to the finals.
  3. He progresses in his career.
  4. The students progress in their studies.
  5. She progresses from crawling to walking.

Quotes

  • Progress is impossible without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. - George Bernard Shaw
  • The only thing that stands between a man and what he wants from life is often merely the will to try it and the faith to believe that it is possible. - Richard M. DeVos
  • Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning. - Benjamin Franklin

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