ad·vance·ment

ad·vance·ment
/ədˈvænsmənt, Brit ədˈvɑːnsmənt/ noun, pl -ments
: the act of advancing: such as
a : the act of moving forward
[noncount]

They have been unable to slow the advancement [=advance] of the enemy troops.

A motor inside the camera is used for advancement of the film.

[count]

troop advancements [=(more commonly) advances]

b : the act or result of making something better, more successful, etc.
[noncount]

She contributed greatly to the advancement of the new organization.

working for the advancement of learning/science/truth

The program supports economic advancement in rural areas.

[count]

There have been many recent advancements [=advances, improvements] in this technology.

This new method is a great advancement over past techniques.

c : the act of being raised to a higher rank or position
[noncount]

The job offers many opportunities for professional advancement.

His advancement [=promotion] to captain came last year.

He is being considered for advancement.

career advancement

social advancement

[count]

a series of rapid career advancements


Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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