advance

/ədvˈæns/ · 2 syllables

Meaning

verb

move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
“Time marches on”
bring forward for consideration or acceptance
“advance an argument”
increase or raise
“boost the voltage in an electrical circuit”
contribute to the progress or growth of
“I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom”
cause to move forward
“Can you move the car seat forward?”
obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
“The home team was gaining ground”
develop in a positive way
“He progressed well in school”
develop further
“We are advancing technology every day”
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
“John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired”
pay in advance
“Can you advance me some money?”
move forward
“we have to advance clocks and watches when we travel eastward”
rise in rate or price
“The stock market gained 24 points today”

noun

a movement forward
“he listened for the progress of the troops”
a change for the better; progress in development
a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others
“she rejected his advances”
the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)
an amount paid before it is earned
increase in price or value
“the news caused a general advance on the stock market”

adjective

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