promotion
Translation
promotion, advancement, special offer
Examples
She received a promotion at work.
She received a promotion at work.
The store is having a special promotion.
The shop is having a special promotion.
Grammar Patterns
((a promotion)) ((to sth.)) a move to a more important job She got a promotion to senior manager.
((a promotion)) ((for sth.)) an activity to advertise something They ran a promotion for the new product.
Similar Words
Synonyms: advancement, upgrade; Antonyms: demotion
Etymology
From Latin 'pro-' (forward) + 'movere' (to move). Literally 'a moving forward'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'pro' as 'forward' and 'motion' as 'movement'. A promotion is a 'forward movement' in your career or for a product.