Ahead

/əˈhɛd/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The position in front; the forefront.

She navigated her way to the ahead of the crowd.

adverb

In or toward the front; in advance.

We need to look ahead to plan for future challenges.

Being in a more favorable position; in front of.

She was ahead in the race by several meters.

Before; earlier than.

He submitted his application ahead of the deadline.

preposition

In front of; in advance of.

The car sped ahead the slower vehicles on the highway.

Middle English 'ahed', from 'a-' (on, at) + 'head'.

ahead of the game

In a position of advantage or preparedness.

to move ahead

To proceed or progress.

think ahead

To plan for the future.

fore

At or to the front part.

lead

To guide or direct.

advance

To move forward in space or time.

Overprepared or overly cautious.

He’s so ahead, he started studying for the exam months ago.

To be leading in a situation.

They are ahead in the betting pool this week.