Synonyms for

Progression

Verb / prʌˈgreʃʌn / Another word for progression — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Progression means the process of developing or moving forward.

Synonyms & similar words

progress retreat patternedadvance forwardmotion onwardmotion procession advance advancement advancement development evolution growth movement proceeding progress sequence succession unfolding continuation flux migration passage transformation changeover graduation passing transition consecutive

Synonyms by register

Formal

advancement development evolution progress

Informal

moving on getting ahead making headway going forward

Literary

unfolding ebb and flow march

Antonyms

stagnation cessation halt standstill regression decline reversal

Common collocations

  • natural progression
  • logical progression
  • smooth progression
  • gradual progression
  • career progression
  • life progression
  • musical progression
  • harmonic progression

Word family

noun progression
verb progress
adjective progressive

Usage note

Progression often implies a forward movement or development. Be mindful of context, as it can refer to abstract concepts like ideas or concrete sequences like musical chords.

Example sentences

  1. The progression of a caterpillar to a butterfly is incredible.
  2. My math teacher showed me the progression of solving an equation.
  3. The progression of technology has changed our lives.
  4. The progression of the disease was slow but steady.
  5. The artist's progression from beginner to expert was inspiring.

Quotes

  • The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. - Alan Watts
  • Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. - Peter Hagerty
  • There is no progress without change, and those who cannot change their minds cannot change anything. - George Bernard Shaw

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