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progression
a gradual movement or development from one stage to the next
Synonyms
- sequence
- advancement
- succession
Antonyms
- regression
- decline
- reversal
progression in a sentence
The coach designed a slow progression of drills to build the players' strength.
The museum exhibit traced the progression of the city, from a small fishing village to a bustling modern port.
Where it comes from
From Latin progredi 'to go forward'
Memory hook
PRO (forward) + GRESS (step) — steps moving forward.
Word parts
- gress — movement
progression: pro- (forward) + gress (movement)
Read it in context
- The Singing Span Science
Practice progression in the app