progresser

This is the 1906th most frequent French word.

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progresser

To make progress; to advance.


Here, 'progresser' describes an individual's improvement or advancement in her academic pursuits, indicating personal development over time.

Elle commence à progresser rapidement dans ses études.

She is starting to progress quickly in her studies.


In this context, 'progresser' refers to the advancement or forward movement of the construction work, emphasizing progress against external challenges.

Le chantier de construction progresse bien malgré les intempéries.

The construction site is progressing well despite the adverse weather.


Here, 'progresser' is used metaphorically to imply gradual advancement or movement toward a conceptual goal, such as reaching a resolution for an issue.

Nous devons progresser vers une solution viable à ce problème.

We must progress toward a viable solution to this problem.