Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

headway

noun
ˈhɛdˌweɪ
Definition
Progress or development, especially in a difficult situation.
Examples
  • After weeks of hard work, the team finally made headway on the project.
  • They are beginning to make headway in negotiations with the suppliers.
  • Despite the setbacks, she continued her research and made significant headway.
Meaning
Headway refers to the act of making progress or advancing in a particular area, often despite challenges or obstacles.
Synonyms
  • progress
  • advancement
  • breakthrough
  • development