advance vs retreat

retreat vs advance

advance and retreat both are nouns.

advance is an adjective but retreat is not an adjective.

advance and retreat both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
advance	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
retreat	Yes	No	Yes	No

advance (noun)	retreat (noun)
the act of moving forward (as toward a goal)	(military) withdrawal of troops to a more favorable position to escape the enemy's superior forces or after a defeat
increase in price or value	withdrawal for prayer and study and meditation
a tentative suggestion designed to elicit the reactions of others	the act of withdrawing or going backward (especially to escape something hazardous or unpleasant)
a movement forward	an area where you can be alone
a change for the better; progress in development	(military) a bugle call signaling the lowering of the flag at sunset
an amount paid before it is earned	(military) a signal to begin a withdrawal from a dangerous position
	a place of privacy; a place affording peace and quiet

advance (adjective)	retreat (adjective)
being ahead of time or need
situated ahead or going before

advance (verb)	retreat (verb)
develop in a positive way	make a retreat from an earlier commitment or activity
rise in rate or price	pull back or move away or backward
increase or raise	move back
develop further	move away, as for privacy
bring forward for consideration or acceptance
obtain advantages, such as points, etc.
move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
cause to move forward
move forward
pay in advance
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
contribute to the progress or growth of

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