advancement

Definition

The act of advancing; promotion to a higher place or dignity

Etymology

From Middle English avancement, Old French avancement. See advance. Morphologically advance + -ment.

Example Sentences

• "the advancement of learning"
• "Dati launched a blistering attack on the prime minister, François Fillon, under whom she served as justice minister, accusing him of sexism, elitism, arrogance and hindering the political advancement of ethnic minorities."