Definition of progression
1 : a sequence of numbers in which each term is related to its predecessor by a uniform law
2a : the action or process of progressing : advanceb : a continuous and connected series : sequence
3a : succession of musical tones or chordsb : the movement of musical parts in harmonyc : sequence 2c
From the M-W Editors
Examples of progression in a Sentence
Doctors were surprised by the rapid progression of the disease.
the natural progression of his musical talent
15th Century
First Known Use of progression
15th century
PROGRESSION Defined for English Language Learners
progression
playDefinition of progression for English Language Learners
-
: the process of developing over a period of time
-
: a continuous and connected series of actions, events, etc.
PROGRESSION Defined for Kids
progression
playDefinition of progression for Students
1 : the act of advancing or moving forward
2 : a continuous and connected series (as of acts, events, or steps)
Learn More about progression
-
See words that rhyme with progression Thesaurus: All synonyms and antonyms for progression Spanish Central: Translation of progression Nglish: Translation of progression for Spanish speakers Britannica English: Translation of progression for Arabic speakers
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up progression? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!