C1nounacademiceducation
US/prəˈɡreʃ.ən/
UK/prəˈɡreʃ.ən/
a gradual movement forward or change from one stage to the next
In context
The disease has a slow progression over many years.
There is a logical progression from simple exercises to harder ones.
She admired his steady progression from clerk to manager.
Words that go with progression
adjective + noun
- natural progressionMoving into management was a natural progression for her.
- logical progressionThe textbook follows a logical progression of topics.
noun + noun
- career progressionThe company offers clear career progression for young staff.
- disease progressionNew drugs may slow disease progression.
noun + preposition
- progression ofScientists study the progression of the virus in the body.
verb + noun
- slow the progressionRegular exercise can slow the progression of the illness.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
I made a lot of progression in English.Correct: I made a lot of progress in English.