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facilitate progress

[/fəˈsɪlɪteɪt ˈprɑːɡres/]
verb phrase
facilitar progresso
1. to make progress easier or faster by removing obstacles or providing assistance
The new software helps facilitate progress on our projects.
O novo software ajuda a facilitar progresso em nossos projetos.
2. to enable advancement or development in a process or goal
Strong leadership can facilitate progress in any organization.
Uma liderança forte pode facilitar progresso em qualquer organização.
Synonyms
enable advancementpromote developmentaccelerate progressaid advancementsmooth the way
Antonyms
hinder progressobstruct advancementimpede developmentblock progress

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
facilitar progresso
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
facilitar progresso
Common in business and academic contexts
Rio de Janeiro
facilitar o progresso
Often includes definite article
Portugal
facilitar o progresso
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

pave the way for progress
smooth sailing
move the needle
keep the ball rolling
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