advanced
gb/ədvˈænst/ us/ədvˈænst/
B1
English
haladó, magas szintű, fejlett, korszerű, előrehaladott, előremutató, korát megelőző
B1
1
haladó
B1
magas szintű
B1
Usage pattern:
advanced [course/class/student/skill/level]
She signed up for an advanced coding class.
Jelentkezett egy haladó programozótanfolyamra.
This textbook is too advanced for first-year students.
Ez a tankönyv túl magas szintű az elsőéves hallgatóknak.
The course is designed for advanced learners of English.
Learner examples
I am taking an advanced English class.
Haladó angolórára járok.
This lesson is too advanced for me.
Ez a lecke túl magas szintű nekem.
Common mistake:
Use advanced, not advance, when you mean high-level: an advanced class, an advanced student.
Meaning
High-level, not basic
Collocations
advanced course
|advanced class
|advanced level
|advanced student
|advanced learner
|advanced skills
|advanced training
|advanced English
|advanced math
|advanced user
Synonyms
higher-level (especially used for courses, skills, or study)
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expert (stronger; describes someone with very high skill)
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complex (emphasizes difficulty or detail more than level)
Antonyms
basic (simple or introductory)
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elementary (at a beginning level of study)
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beginner (intended for people just starting)
Themes
education
|skills
|learning
Definition
Difficult or high-level; for people who already know a lot about something.
At a high level of difficulty, knowledge, or skill; intended for people who are no longer beginners.
B2
2
Usage pattern:
advanced [technology/system/method/equipment]
The hospital uses advanced imaging equipment.
A kórház korszerű képalkotó berendezéseket használ.
The company develops advanced materials for aircraft.
A vállalat korszerű anyagokat fejleszt repülőgépekhez.
Japan has one of the world's most advanced rail networks.
Learner examples
This phone uses advanced technology.
Ez a telefon fejlett technológiát használ.
The lab has advanced equipment.
A laborban korszerű berendezések vannak.
Common mistake:
Advanced often suggests high development or complexity; it does not always simply mean new.
Meaning
Very modern and sophisticated
Collocations
advanced technology
|advanced system
|advanced equipment
|advanced software
|advanced methods
|advanced techniques
|advanced materials
|advanced manufacturing
|advanced weapons
|advanced economy
Synonyms
sophisticated (emphasizes complexity and refinement)
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state-of-the-art (suggests the newest or best available technology)
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cutting-edge (emphasizes being very new and innovative)
Antonyms
primitive (simple and not highly developed)
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outdated (no longer modern or current)
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basic (simple and without complex features)
Themes
technology
|science
|business
|engineering
Definition
Very modern, highly developed, or technically complex.
Using or showing a high level of modern development, technology, or complexity.
B2
3
Usage pattern:
advanced [stage/cancer/pregnancy/plans]; [something] is advanced
The disease was already at an advanced stage when doctors found it.
A betegség már előrehaladott stádiumban volt, amikor az orvosok diagnosztizálták.
By the time we joined the project, the plans were fairly advanced.
Mire bekapcsolódtunk a projektbe, a tervek már eléggé előrehaladott állapotban voltak.
She is in an advanced stage of pregnancy.
Learner examples
The project is at an advanced stage.
A projekt előrehaladott szakaszban van.
The illness was advanced.
A betegség előrehaladott állapotban volt.
Common mistake:
In health contexts, advanced often means serious because a disease has progressed.
Meaning
Far along in progress
Collocations
advanced stage
|advanced cancer
|advanced disease
|advanced pregnancy
|advanced plans
|advanced negotiations
|advanced symptoms
|advanced decay
Synonyms
late-stage (especially common for illnesses or processes)
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far along (more conversational and general)
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well-developed (emphasizes that something has taken shape or grown)
Antonyms
early (near the beginning)
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initial (at the first stage)
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preliminary (before the main or final stage)
Themes
health
|planning
|time
Definition
Already far along or at a late stage.
At a late or highly developed stage in a process, condition, illness, pregnancy, or plan.
C1
FORMAL
4
Usage pattern:
advanced [ideas/views/thinking]; advanced for [time/place]
For the 1920s, her views on education were very advanced.
Az 1920-as években az oktatásról vallott nézetei nagyon haladónak számítottak.
The company is known for advanced thinking on flexible work.
A vállalat a rugalmas munkavégzéssel kapcsolatos előremutató gondolkodásáról ismert.
These reforms were considered advanced for their time.
Learner examples
Her ideas were advanced for her time.
Az elképzelései korát megelőzőek voltak.
Common mistake:
This use is often about ideas or social attitudes, not technical skill.
Meaning
Ahead in ideas
Collocations
advanced ideas
|advanced views
|advanced thinking
|advanced society
|advanced reforms
|advanced for its time
Synonyms
progressive (emphasizes support for social or political change)
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forward-thinking (positive and practical; focused on the future)
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enlightened (more formal; suggests wisdom and open-mindedness)
Antonyms
conservative (prefers existing traditions or systems)
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traditional (based on older customs or ways)
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conventional (usual rather than new or original)
Themes
ideas
|society
|politics
|culture
Definition
Having modern or progressive ideas before many other people do.
More modern, original, or progressive than what is usual or expected, especially for a particular time or place.
Grammar
Dictionary form
advanced
IPA
GB/ədvˈænst/
US/ədvˈænst/
Syllables & stress
ad - vanced (2 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (vanced)
Word forms
Adjective
- Base: advanced
Expressions
advanced age
1/ədvˈænst ˈeɪd͡ʒ/
fixed phrase
formal
Old age
Old age, usually said in a polite or formal way.
Examples
- Because of his advanced age, the doctors monitored him closely after surgery.
- She remained active despite her advanced age.
- Advanced age can increase the risk of complications.
Learner examples
- He is healthy despite his advanced age.
advanced degree
1/ədvˈænst dɪɡɹˈi/
fixed phrase
Degree beyond bachelor's level
A degree you get after a bachelor's degree, such as a master's or PhD.
Examples
- Many research jobs require an advanced degree.
- She earned an advanced degree in public health.
- The program is designed for professionals who already have an advanced degree.
Learner examples
- He has an advanced degree.
- She wants to earn an advanced degree.
advanced economy
1/ədvˈænst ɪkˈɑnəmi/
fixed phrase
business
Highly developed national economy
A rich, highly developed country's economy.
Examples
- Inflation has slowed across several advanced economies.
- The report compares growth in emerging markets and advanced economies.
- An advanced economy usually has high income levels and developed financial systems.
Learner examples
- Japan is an advanced economy.
advanced life support
1/ədvˈænst lˈaɪf səpˈɔɹt/
fixed phrase
technical
Specialized emergency medical care
Special emergency treatment to keep a very sick or injured person alive.
Examples
- Paramedics began advanced life support on the way to the hospital.
- The course trains nurses in advanced life support.
- The ambulance is equipped to provide advanced life support.
Learner examples
- The patient received advanced life support.
advanced placement
1/ədvˈænst plˈeɪsmənt/
fixed phrase
College-level high-school program
A high-school course or exam that is taught at a college level, often called AP.
Examples
- He took Advanced Placement biology in high school.
- The university gives credit for high scores on Advanced Placement exams.
- She is teaching two Advanced Placement courses this year.
Learner examples
- I took an Advanced Placement history class.
- AP means Advanced Placement.
advanced search
1/ədvˈænst sˈɚt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
Search with extra filters
A search tool with more choices to help you find exactly what you want.
Examples
- Use advanced search to filter results by date and file type.
- The website's advanced search lets you search by author, title, and subject.
- I couldn't find the article until I tried advanced search.
Learner examples
- Try advanced search.
- Advanced search has more options.
advanced standing
1/ədvˈænst stˈændɪŋ/
fixed phrase
formal
Credit for prior study
Permission to skip some classes because you have already studied similar material.
Examples
- Transfer students may apply for advanced standing.
- Her previous coursework earned her advanced standing in the engineering program.
- The college granted him advanced standing after reviewing his exam results.
Learner examples
- She received advanced standing at the university.