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Tracing the paths of "improvement" and "progress"

Reviewed and edited by Anwar Kareem 02/11/2024, 16:48
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Improvement and progress. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both words refer to positive change and advancement in a certain context.

What is different?

Improvement typically refers to a specific enhancement or betterment of a condition or quality, while progress refers to the ongoing movement towards a goal or a more general advancement.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for improvement) and progress

Examples of usage

Improvement
  • The team's strategy has led to significant improvement in their performance.
  • The renovation resulted in noticeable improvement in the kitchen's functionality.
Progress
  • The project is making steady progress and should be completed by next month.
  • Progress in technology has drastically changed how we communicate.

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