PROGRESSES Synonyms: 177 Similar and Opposite Words

progresses 1 of 2

noun

plural of progress

as in advances

forward movement in time or place we're making slow progress against this stiff headwind

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as in evolutions

the act or process of going from the simple or basic to the complex or advanced the rapid progress of medical science in the last century

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progresses

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verb

present tense third-person singular of progress

as in grows

to become mature generally a species progresses from simple forms to more specialized forms

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as in does

to move forward along a course our wedding plans are progressing nicely

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Noun

Engineers will use that event to continue evaluating the rocket as development progresses. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026 The weather service encouraged monitoring forecasts as the afternoon progresses and to be alert for any possible flood warnings. — Justin Muszynski, Hartford Courant, 27 Aug. 2026 An agreement has now been struck which, if all progresses as hoped, will see Forest pay at least £45million (€52m) for the 23-year-old, who only moved to Stamford Bridge a year ago. — David Ornstein, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026 Shaw said crews will continue adjusting staffing as recovery progresses, including in areas where significant cleanup is still needed. — Ben Wheeler, Kansas City Star, 20 Aug. 2026 Construction timelines, leasing details, and tenant announcements will be released as planning progresses. — Doug Myers, CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 Maybe that approach changes as camp progresses, and the edge rushers become more involved. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026 The cost of changing a design decision generally rises as construction progresses. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 30 July 2026 The Canadian yard has just started building the first unit in its new CCY110 series on spec, meaning that the future owner(s) can customize the interior, accommodations, and technical specifications as construction progresses. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 29 July 2026

Verb

This surge likely is heading toward South Florida and will move through the rest of the state and parts of the Gulf of Mexico as the week progresses, Arman said. — Abigail Hasebroock, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 NuCube expects the resulting validation database to strengthen its technical case as development progresses. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 29 Aug. 2026 As autumn progresses, the husk peels back, revealing the orange berries. — Marisa Suzanne Martin, The Spruce, 29 Aug. 2026 Lake County prosecutors filed to detain Fisher, and he was ordered to remain in jail as his case progresses through the court system. — Clifford Ward, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026 More universe rules will be revealed as the season progresses. — Bryan Alexander, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026 As the action progresses, Doralee brings grit and common sense to the trio, showcasing Parton’s ability to deliver homespun wit without ever falling into folksy caricature. — Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026 However, as the night progresses, the planet will travel higher and further south. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 24 Aug. 2026 The status updates will show up in real time as the testing progresses, and the final reports, certificates, and structured test results will appear automatically. — Cleo Levin, Footwear News, 21 Aug. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for progresses

Noun

Bottom line Earlier this year, the bears thought advances in AI models could disintermediate CrowdStrike.

— Jeff Marks, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Electric powertrains have fewer moving parts than internal combustion engines, and advances in batteries, motors, software, and contract manufacturing have lowered some barriers to entry.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of advances

Noun

The characters Alex and Cole underwent their own evolutions as love interests.

— Lexy Perez, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026
Flanz has the unique distinction of being part of the show’s staff for over 28 years and having seen the many evolutions — on the show, in entertainment and in the culture — that have influenced the series’ direction.

— Angela Andaloro, PEOPLE, 21 July 2026

Definition of evolutions

Verb

Here below, France’s own long-drink-of-water goalie Robin Risser does his best Beckham follow-on act with a stately Louis Vuitton carry-all with their trademark leather trim at the stress points.

— Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Fazio wants a bell-to-bell ban on cellphones in schools; so does Lamont.

— Theo Peck-Suzuki, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of does

Noun

The domestic supply shortfall for wafers manufactured using advanced processes of 7 nanometres (nm) and below is projected to fall from 92% in 2025 to 34% by 2035, according to the investment bank.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
Leaders can maintain alumni relationships, make re-entry culturally acceptable and ensure hiring processes do not automatically treat departure as disloyalty.

— Sheila Callaham, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of processes

Noun

New developments in Qatar are not expected to reach full capacity before the second half of 2027, according to consultancy Wood Mackenzie.

— Jenni Reid, CNBC, 27 Aug. 2026
Check back throughout for updates on firefighting efforts, evacuation orders, road closures, weather conditions and other developments related to the Ross Fire.

— Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of developments

Verb

So keep an eye our for habit changes and call a veterinarian if a cat stops eating, becomes lethargic, vomits, appears weak or develops yellowing around the eyes, gums or skin.

— Lauren Paige Richeson, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
Navigating a changing climate, Marian develops interspecies alliances on a quest for the holy grail.

— Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of develops

Verb

Program discontinued while lawsuit proceeds Hanaway withdrew her motion for preliminary injunction, which sought to suspend the program while the lawsuit was pending, after the city ended the program.

— Jack Harvel August 26, Kansas City Star, 26 Aug. 2026
The temporary injunction against transferring the crocodiles to the prison remains in effect while the case proceeds through the court system.

— Irus Braverman, The Conversation, 26 Aug. 2026

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