Progression and Recess

Opposite meaning words

Progression noun - Forward movement in time or place.

Usage example: our progression was slow but steady

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Recess is an antonym for progression.

Recess noun - A momentary halt in an activity.

Usage example: the judge called for a brief recess so that the witness could regain her composure

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Progression is an antonym for recess.

long	long progression	long recess
actual	actual progression	actual recess

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