진보
The act of moving forward or improving; also refers to progressive political or social views.
Examples
3 of 5과학 기술의 비약적인 진보가 이루어졌다.
A leap-forward progress in science and technology has been made.
그는 사회 문제에 대해 진보적인 태도를 보인다.
He shows a progressive attitude toward social issues.
역사는 끊임없이 진보해 왔다.
History has been constantly progressing.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Jin (advance) + Bo (step) — taking a step forward.
Quick Quiz
인권 의식의 ( )는 민주주의 발전에 기여했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 진보
Examples
과학 기술의 비약적인 진보가 이루어졌다.
academicA leap-forward progress in science and technology has been made.
그는 사회 문제에 대해 진보적인 태도를 보인다.
formalHe shows a progressive attitude toward social issues.
역사는 끊임없이 진보해 왔다.
academicHistory has been constantly progressing.
컴퓨터 성능의 진보가 놀랍다.
everydayThe advancement of computer performance is amazing.
진보와 보수 사이의 갈등이 심화되고 있다.
formalThe conflict between progressives and conservatives is deepening.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
진보 진영
progressive camp (political)
사회적 진보
social progress
Often Confused With
Usage Notes
Essential for discussing technology, history, and politics in IELTS academic texts.
Common Mistakes
In political contexts, it exclusively means 'liberal/progressive'. Don't use it just for 'getting better' if the context is strictly growth.
Memory Tip
Jin (advance) + Bo (step) — taking a step forward.
Word Origin
From Sino-Korean 진 (advance) + 보 (step).
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
Used frequently in Korean news to categorize political parties (진보 vs 보수).
Quick Quiz
인권 의식의 ( )는 민주주의 발전에 기여했다.
Correct!
The correct answer is: 진보
Related Vocabulary
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공식화
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기득권
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절충하다
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공공성
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공고히
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종속적
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결집
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공표하다
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주도권
B2The power or right to take charge or make decisions in a situation; initiative or leadership.
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