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ADVANCES

(noun, adj.sat, verb)

Definitions

There are 20 meanings of the word Advances.

How to pronounce advances:

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Advances - as a noun

A movement forward

Example: "He listened for the progress of the troops"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
progressprogression
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
change of locationtravel
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others

Example: "She rejected his advances"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
approachfeeleroverture

The act of moving forward (as toward a goal)

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advancementforward motiononward motionprocessionprogressprogression
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
motionmovemovement
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
retreat

An amount paid before it is earned

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cash advance

Increase in price or value

Example: "The news caused a general advance on the stock market"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
rise

Advances - as an adjective satellite

Being ahead of time or need

Example: "Gave advance warning"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
beforehand

Situated ahead or going before

Example: "An advance party"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
advancedin advance

Advances - as a verb

Bring forward for consideration or acceptance

Example: "Advance an argument"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
throw out

Increase or raise

Example: "Boost the voltage in an electrical circuit"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boostsupercharge

Contribute to the progress or growth of

Example: "I am promoting the use of computers in the classroom"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
boostencouragefurtherpromote
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
back upsupport
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Cause to move forward

Example: "Can you move the car seat forward?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bring forward
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
displacemove
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
back

Obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

Example: "The home team was gaining ground"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gaingain groundget aheadmake headwaypull aheadwin
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Develop in a positive way

Example: "He progressed well in school"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come alongget alongget onprogress
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
develop
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Develop further

Example: "We are advancing technology every day"

Give a promotion to or assign to a higher position

Example: "John was kicked upstairs when a replacement was hired"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
elevatekick upstairspromoteraiseupgrade
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
assigndelegatedeputedesignate
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Pay in advance

Example: "Can you advance me some money?"

Move forward

Example: "We have to advance clocks and watches when we travel eastward"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
set ahead

Rise in rate or price

Example: "The stock market gained 24 points today"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
gain

Example Sentences

"Scientific advances have revolutionized the field of medicine."
"Technological advances have made communication faster and more efficient."
"The company made significant advances in artificial intelligence."
"The country's economic advances have raised the standard of living for its citizens."
"His advances in robotics have garnered international recognition."
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Word Game Points

Is ADVANCES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, advances is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

ADVANCES has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is ADVANCES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, advances is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
ADVANCES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is ADVANCES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, advances is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
ADVANCES has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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