Advancings

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. The act or process of moving forward physically; the progression or development of ideas, projects, or situations toward improvement or completion; steps taken to improve social, technological, or personal conditions
2. The forward motion or approach in space or time; the evolution or enhancement of thoughts, efforts, or statuses toward a desired goal; initiatives aimed at causing growth or success in various fields
3. A movement ahead in position or rank; the gradual unfolding or betterment of plans, knowledge, or relationships; actions intended to promote advancement or progress in any domain

Etymology: "Advancings" is the plural of "advancing," the noun form of "advance" used for forward movements made, whether of troops, ideas, or a line of reasoning. The plural form simply counts separate instances of that movement, so one speaks of the advancings of an army across several days or the advancings made toward a goal over time.

Synonyms: progressions, advancements, movements forward, proceedings

Antonyms: retreats, withdrawals, declines, regressions