progressive — happening or developing gradually or in stages; proceeding step by step
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: happening or developing gradually or in stages; proceeding step by step
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈɡresɪv/
Korean meaning: 점진적인, 진보적인
Korean pronunciation: 프러**그**레시브
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's progressive attitude towards technology surprised everyone when she started a TikTok account at age 85.
- The company implemented a progressive work-from-home policy that allowed pajama bottoms during video calls.
- The progressive muscle weakness required immediate medical attention.
progressive
ADJECTIVE//prəˈɡresɪv//
happening or developing gradually or in stages; proceeding step by step
A gardener tends to plants showing progressive growth stages
From aggressive to progressive, the results are truly impressive!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'progressus', the past participle of 'progredi' (to go forward), combined with the suffix '-ive' (forming adjectives). The Latin root 'pro-' means 'forward' and 'gradi' means 'to step or walk'.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's progressive attitude towards technology surprised everyone when she started a TikTok account at age 85.”
“The company implemented a progressive work-from-home policy that allowed pajama bottoms during video calls.”
“The progressive muscle weakness required immediate medical attention.”
“Her progressive views on social justice made her a popular speaker at universities.”
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