progressed
progressed — 動詞
- progressedpresent simple I / you / we / they
- progresseds3rd person singular
- progresseding-ing form
- progressededpast simple
1. to get better at an activity or in a particular area of knowledge, often by movi
進步
技能、知識水平提高
to get better at an activity or in a particular area of knowledge, often by moving from a lower to a higher level of ability over time — for example, improving your Spanish from basic phrases to fluent conversation.
After three months of lessons, Lien's Chinese progressed enough to hold a simple conversation.
經過三個月的課程，Lien 的中文進步到足以進行簡單對話。
progress + enough + to-infinitive showing sufficient improvement
Jiwoo's guitar playing progressed quickly once she started practising every day.
Jiwoo 開始每天練習後，吉他彈奏技巧進步得很快。
progress + adverb of speed (quickly)
The student's reading skills progressed from basic words to short stories within a year.
這位學生的閱讀技巧在一年內從基礎單字進步到能讀短篇故事。
Camila started French later than her classmates but progressed faster through daily practice.
Camila 比同學晚開始學法文，但因為每天練習，進步得更快。
Tariro's swimming progressed to a competitive level after six months of coaching.
Tariro 的游泳技術在六個月教練指導後進步到競賽水準。
- regress
to return to a worse or less developed state
文法句型
progress + in [skill/area]
progress + from [level] + to [level]
用法筆記
Intransitive only — you cannot progress something in this sense. The subject is typically a person's skill, ability, or level of knowledge.
常見錯誤
2. to happen or develop steadily over a period of time, used especially for events,
持續發展
事件、過程逐步演變
to happen or develop steadily over a period of time, used especially for events, situations, or processes that unfold step by step — for example, a war that involves more countries as months pass, or a conversation that moves from one topic to another.
As the evening progressed, the music grew louder and more people joined the dance floor.
隨著夜晚慢慢過去，音樂越來越大聲，更多人也加入了舞池。
as + [time period] + progressed describing gradual change
The disease progressed slowly over several years before any clear symptoms appeared.
這種疾病在明顯症狀出現前，已經緩慢發展了好幾年。
Their friendship progressed from casual chats at work to weekend outings together.
他們的友誼從工作時的閒聊逐漸發展成週末一起出遊。
Meera's pregnancy progressed without any complications until the final month.
Meera 的孕期一直到最後一個月都沒有出現任何併發症。
As the meeting progressed, Christopher realised that nobody supported the original plan.
隨著會議的進行，Christopher 意識到沒有人支持原本的計畫。
- stall
to stop making progress or developing further
文法句型
as + [time period/event] + progressed
progress from [topic] + to [topic]
用法筆記
Commonly used with 'as' to introduce the background time-frame: 'As the war progressed...', 'As the conversation progressed...'. The subject is always an event, situation, or process — never a person deliberately controlling the pace.
常見錯誤
3. to intentionally help an activity, project, or discussion reach an improved or m
推進；促進
推動計畫、事業向前發展
to intentionally help an activity, project, or discussion reach an improved or more successful level — for example, completing a course to advance your career, or taking steps to move a business deal forward.
The new manager helped progress several important projects during her first year.
新經理在上任第一年就幫助推進了幾個重要項目。
transitive use: progress + [project/initiative]
Christopher hoped the training course would progress his career to a senior position.
Christopher 希望這門訓練課程能將他的事業推進到高階職位。
progress + [career] showing professional development
The government pledged to progress peace talks between the two neighbouring regions.
政府承諾將推進兩個相鄰地區之間的和談進程。
Ishaan used the research grant to progress his study of renewable energy sources.
Ishaan 利用研究經費推進了他在再生能源方面的研究。
The school board wants to progress the building plans before the winter weather arrives.
校務委員會希望在冬季天氣到來前推進建設計畫。
文法句型
progress + [noun phrase]
progress + [project/career/discussion]
用法筆記
This is the only transitive sense of the verb. The object is typically abstract: a project, career, discussion, plan, or negotiation. It has a somewhat formal tone and is more common in British English than American English.
常見錯誤
4. to move forward in physical space, especially when traveling along a path, throu
前進
在空間中向前移動
to move forward in physical space, especially when traveling along a path, through an area, or past a certain point — for example, hikers moving up a valley or soldiers advancing through a landscape.
The hikers progressed slowly up the rocky path toward the mountain shelter.
登山者沿著崎嶇的小徑緩慢地朝山上的避難小屋前進。
progress + spatial adverb (up/through/across)
As the boat progressed across the lake, the far shore gradually came into view.
船向前行駛穿過湖面時，遠方的湖岸逐漸出現在視野中。
Eitan progressed carefully through the narrow cave, watching for loose rocks above.
Eitan 小心翼翼地穿過狹窄的洞穴，一邊注意頭頂上鬆動的岩石。
The soldiers were ordered not to progress beyond the river crossing under any circumstances.
士兵們接到命令，無論如何都不得越過那條河流繼續前進。
Jack progressed along the forest trail until he reached the old stone bridge.
Jack 沿著森林小徑前進，直到抵達那座古老的石橋。
文法句型
progress through/across/along + [place]
progress beyond + [point]
用法筆記
This physical movement sense is relatively rare in everyday English — speakers more often use 'move forward', 'advance', or 'proceed'. It appears most in written narratives, travel writing, and formal reports about expeditions or journeys.
progressed — 名詞
1. the process of moving forward or improving steadily toward a better state or a s
進步；進展
朝目標前進或改善的過程
the process of moving forward or improving steadily toward a better state or a specific goal, used in contexts ranging from personal skill development and medical recovery to social change and technological advancement.
The doctor was pleased with the patient's progress after the knee surgery.
醫生對那位患者膝蓋手術後的恢復進展感到滿意。
collocation: 'make progress' (most common verb pair)
Technological progress has changed the way families communicate across the world.
科技的進步改變了世界各地家庭之間的溝通方式。
Nellie made steady progress on her novel, writing a few pages every evening.
Nellie 的小說寫作進展穩定，每晚都會寫幾頁。
The charity's work showed clear progress in reducing poverty among local families.
該慈善機構的工作在減少當地家庭貧困方面展現了明顯的進展。
Progress in maths earned Yara a place in the advanced class and impressed her teacher.
數學方面的進步為 Yara 爭取到進階班的資格，也讓老師印象深刻。
- advancement
more formal; often used in academic or professional contexts
- development
broader; can be neutral or positive, not necessarily goal-directed
- headway
emphasises forward movement especially against difficulties; used in 'make headway'
- regression
a return to a less advanced state
文法句型
make progress
progress in/toward [goal]
progress of [project/illness/technology]
用法筆記
Used uncountably — you cannot say 'a progress' or 'many progresses'. Common verb partners: 'make', 'show', 'achieve', 'monitor', 'track'. Common prepositions: 'in', 'on', 'toward', 'of'.
常見錯誤
2. a state or condition in which something is currently happening, being done, or b
進行中
正在發生的狀態
a state or condition in which something is currently happening, being done, or being worked on and has not yet finished — used especially in signs, announcements, and reports about ongoing activities.
Repair work is still in progress on the highway bridge near the town centre.
鎮中心附近高速公路橋樑的修復工作正在進行中。
fixed phrase: 'be in progress'
The police asked people to stay away while the investigation was in progress.
警方要求民眾在調查進行期間不要靠近現場。
Construction of the new school building is in progress and should finish before winter.
新學校大樓的建設正在進行中，預計冬天前完工。
A fire drill is in progress, so please follow the signs to the nearest exit.
現在正在進行消防演習，請依照指示前往最近的出口。
The final round of interviews is in progress this week for the teaching position.
教師職位的最後一輪面試正在本週進行中。
- underway
similar in meaning but used more for events or journeys that have started
- ongoing
emphasises that something continues over time; can be used before a noun
- in the works
informal; suggests something is being planned or prepared
文法句型
be in progress
用法筆記
This sense only appears in the fixed phrase 'in progress', which functions like an adjective describing an ongoing activity. It is commonly seen in public notices ('Work in Progress'), status updates, and formal announcements. Not used with 'make' or other verbs that combine with sense 1.