晋
enter; advance; promote
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesverb
to enter; to advance; to have an audience with
formalOften used in formal contexts or literary language when referring to having an audience with a superior.
The ministers had an audience with the emperor in order.
He got the opportunity to have an audience with the premier.
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In ancient times, officials needed to be announced before having an audience with their superiors.
The envoy requested an audience with the king.
After years of hard work, he finally got to meet the academic authority.
verb
to promote; to advance; to upgrade
formalUsed for promotions in rank, position, or level.
He was promoted to department manager for his outstanding work.
The company decided to promote him and raise his rank.
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After assessment, he successfully advanced to the next round of the competition.
This young officer was promoted three times in a year, advancing rapidly.
His promotion requires approval from the board of directors.