progression
progression, advance
noun proh-greh-SYOHN Rare
Origin: Latin progressio (a going forward)
Usage Note
Progression can describe physical forward movement, a mathematical sequence, or growth in an abstract sense — une progression constante des prix (a steady rise in prices). It is slightly more formal than avancée. The verb form is progresser and the adjective is progressif.
Examples
"La progression des élèves est remarquable."
Natural Translation
The pupils' progress is remarkable.
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