progressively
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
happening step by step or becoming more and more of something as time passes.
in a manner characterized by gradual, steady, or continuous increase or development.
Simple“The symptoms of the illness became progressively worse throughout the week.”
In context“As the economic crisis deepened, the government found it progressively difficult to maintain public services without increasing taxes.”
Synonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
moving forward through a series of steps or stages.
occurring as part of a logical or chronological progression or sequence.
Simple“The students moved progressively through the levels of the language course.”
In context“The curriculum is designed to introduce complex concepts progressively, ensuring that foundational knowledge is solidified before moving to advanced theory.”
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“That aid was progressively reduced during July and August, making the price per litre increasingly higher.”
“The results showed that the effects associated with maternal age did not become progressively stronger with each generation.”