Meaning & use
Furthering
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Helping to advance or promote a cause, plan, or interest.
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She took a night course with the goal of furthering her career.
The grant was intended for furthering scientific research.
A note on using this word
The present participle of the verb 'further,' distinct from the adverb 'further' meaning 'to a greater degree.'
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Words with an opposite meaning
hinderingobstructing
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