furtherance
Translation
furtherance, advancement, promotion
Examples
This action was in furtherance of their goals.
This action was in furtherance of their goals.
Grammar Patterns
in furtherance of ((sth.)) to help (sth.) progress This action was in furtherance of their goals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: promotion, advancement, forwarding; Antonyms: hindrance, obstruction
Etymology
From 'further' (to advance) and the noun-forming suffix '-ance'. It means 'the act of helping something progress'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'furthering' a cause. The '-ance' suffix turns the verb into a noun representing the action.