n.[U]

1. 前进；进展；促进
   The aim of a university should be the advancement of learning.

   大学的目标应是促进学术。

2. 晋升；发迹
   His advancement to major came two years ago.

   他于两年前被提升为少校。

3. 提高；增加
   advancement of one's hopes

   某人的希望增加

4. 预付款项

n.

1. the process of promoting a cause or plan.
2. the promotion of a person in rank or status.
3. a development or improvement.