Breakthroughs: meaning, definitions and examples

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breakthroughs

 

[ ˈbreɪkˌθruː ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

scientific discovery

Significant and groundbreaking discoveries or developments in a particular field, especially in science or technology. Breakthroughs often represent a leap forward in understanding or capability.

Synonyms

advance, discovery, innovation, milestone

Examples of usage

  • Recent breakthroughs in cancer research have led to promising new treatments.
  • The invention of the internet was a major breakthrough in communication technology.
Context #2 | Noun

achievement

An important achievement or success, especially after overcoming a significant obstacle or challenge. Breakthroughs can also refer to a sudden, dramatic improvement in a situation.

Synonyms

achievement, success, triumph, victory

Examples of usage

  • His breakthrough in the music industry came after years of hard work and perseverance.
  • The team's breakthrough performance in the playoffs surprised everyone.

Translations

Translations of the word "breakthroughs" in other languages:

🇵🇹 avanços

🇮🇳 प्रगति

🇩🇪 Durchbrüche

🇮🇩 terobosan

🇺🇦 прориви

🇵🇱 przełomy

🇯🇵 突破

🇫🇷 percées

🇪🇸 avances

🇹🇷 atılımlar

🇰🇷 돌파구

🇸🇦 اختراقات

🇨🇿 průlomy

🇸🇰 prielomy

🇨🇳 突破

🇸🇮 preboji

🇮🇸 áfangar

🇰🇿 серпілістер

🇬🇪 გარღვევები

🇦🇿 irəliləyişlər

🇲🇽 avances

Word origin

The term 'breakthrough' originated in the early 20th century, combining the words 'break' and 'through' to signify a significant advancement or discovery. It has since become widely used in various fields to describe major achievements or developments.

See also: break, breakable, breakaway, breakdown, breakdowns, breaker, breaking, breakthrough, breakup, outbreak, unbreakable, unbroken.