headway

Definitions

Forward movement or progress, especially when facing difficulty or resistance.

The amount of space or time between consecutive vehicles in a transit system.

The clear space between the top of a person's head and an overhead structure.

Examples

The rescue team is making slow headway through the dense forest.

We have made significant headway in our negotiations with the new client.

Despite the difficult conditions, the project is finally starting to make some headway.

Synonyms

progress advancement forward motion improvement gain momentum breakthrough

Antonyms

stagnation regression setback hindrance stoppage delay retreat