advance

Move forward, also in the metaphorical sense.

Obtain advantages, such as points, etc.

Develop in a positive way.

Move forward.

“we have to advance clocks and watches when we travel eastward”

Rise in rate or price.

Contribute to the progress or growth of.

Bring forward for consideration or acceptance.

“advance an argument”

Cause to move forward.

Develop further.

Pay in advance.

“Can you advance me some money?”

Give a promotion to or assign to a higher position.

“Women tend not to advance in the major law firms”

Increase or raise.

Increase in price or value.

“the news caused a general advance on the stock market”

The act of moving forward (as toward a goal).

A change for the better; progress in development.

A movement forward.

An amount paid before it is earned.

A tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others.

“she rejected his advances”

Being ahead of time or need.

“gave advance warning”

Situated ahead or going before.

“an advance party”

“at that time the most advanced outpost was still east of the Rockies”