fortschreitender
Translation
progressing, advancing, ongoing, gradual
Examples
Die Krankheit hat einen fortschreitenden Verlauf.
The disease has a progressive course.
Wir beobachten eine fortschreitende Besserung der Lage.
We are observing a gradual improvement of the situation.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) + Noun progressing ... The disease has a progressive course.
Similar Words
Synonyms: increasing, gradual; Antonyms: declining, stagnating
Etymology
From 'fort-' (forward) and 'schreiten' (to stride). Literally means 'striding forward'.
Memory Tips
Imagine 'striding forth' continuously. This visual of constant forward motion helps solidify the meaning of 'progressing' or 'ongoing'.