Progression
/prəˈɡrɛʃ.ən/noun
The process of developing or moving gradually towards a more advanced state.
Did you know?In ancient Rome, the concept of 'progression' was closely linked to the divine, seen as a journey through life guided by fate and the stars.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*gʷer-
“to turn or bend, implying movement or change.”
Latin
Latin
progressio
“a forward movement, advancement, or journey.”
Old French
Old French
progression
“the act of advancing or moving forward.”
14th Century
Middle English
progressioun
“an advancement or a forward motion in a particular course.”
Modern English
English
progression
“the act of progressing or moving forward in a process.”