
advance
/ədˈvɑːns/ · /ədˈvæns/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4272 in the learning path
进步;进展
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.