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advance

/ədˈvɑːns/ · /ədˈvæns/

CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4272 in the learning path

进步;进展

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Definitions

n. An improvement or development in a particular field

进步;进展

v. Move forward or help something develop

前进;促进;推进

adj. Done or provided before a particular time or event

预先的;事先的

Example

This new treatment is a major advance in medicine.

这种新疗法是医学上的一大进步。

Advances in renewable energy technology could reduce dependence on fossil fuels and improve long-term energy security.

可再生能源技术的进步可以减少对化石燃料的依赖,并改善长期能源安全。

Collocations

  • a major advance
  • in advance
  • advance notice
  • advance knowledge

Word family

  • advancement (n.)
  • advanced (adj.)

Synonyms

  • progress

Usage tip

in advance表示提前;advanced表示先进的或高级的。

FAQ

What does advance mean?
An improvement or development in a particular field Move forward or help something develop Done or provided before a particular time or event
How is advance pronounced?
UK /ədˈvɑːns/, US /ədˈvæns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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