advanced

CEFRB2

/ədˈvɑːnst/

adjective · verb

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    At a high level of skill, knowledge, or development.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    At or close to the state of the art.

Examples

  • Scientists are working on highly advanced technology to replace fossil fuels.

  • We advanced under cover of darkness.

At a glance

Sits at B2 on the CEFR scale

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Parts of speech
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Citations
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Synonyms
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Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Involving greater complexity; more difficult, elaborate or specialized.

  2. Having moved forward in time or space (e.g. advanced ignition timing).

verb

Extra meaning

  1. simple past and past participle of advance

More examples

In context

  • Your reading is very advanced.

  • I'm taking a course in advanced knitting techniques.

  • The option can be found under advanced settings.

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Quick test

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Origin

adjective

From advance + -ed.