This is the 979th most frequent Portuguese word.
avançou
"Avançou" means "advanced" or "moved forward."
In this sentence, 'avançou' is used to indicate progress or movement to the next stage in a sequential process or activity.
Ele avançou para o próximo nível no jogo.
He advanced to the next level in the game.
Here, 'avançou' describes the act of moving forward physically, in this instance referring to a vehicle in traffic.
O carro avançou lentamente no trânsito.
The car advanced slowly in the traffic.
In this context, 'avançou' means to enhance or progress an intellectual or professional undertaking, such as research.