Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word To move forward or make progress in a task, plan, or development.
Advance
/ədˈvɑːns/Synonyms:
Antonyms:
Examples:
Louis advanced towards the door and called Colbert.
'What's the matter?' said the dwarf, advancing.
The time advances."
Etymology:
The term advance dates back to the late Middle Ages, derived from the Old French avancier, meaning to move forward, which ultimately comes from the Latin prefix ad- indicating to, combined with ante, meaning before.
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