advances

ad-vanc-es · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Forward movements or instances of progress.

  2. 2.

    Approaches made to someone, typically romantic or business-related.

  3. 3.

    Payments made before they are due.

  4. 4.

    Moves forward or makes progress.

Forms

plural: advances

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    make advances — To make romantic or business approaches.
  • •
    technological advances — Progress in technology.
  • •
    medical advances — Progress in medicine.

Related words

Antonyms: declines, retreats, setbacks
See also: advance, advanced, development, progress
Synonyms: developments, improvements, progress

Etymology

From Old French avancier, from Late Latin abantiare.