advancive
|ad-vanc-ive|
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/ədˈvænsɪv/
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/ədˈvɑːnsɪv/
(advance)
forward movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'advancive' originates from the Latin word 'advancere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'vancere' meant 'to move forward.'
Historical Evolution
'advancere' transformed into the Old French word 'avancer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'advance,' from which 'advancive' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move forward,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'promoting progress.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tending to advance or promote progress.
The advancive policies of the company led to significant growth.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 20:21