Synonyms of forefront

forefront

noun

ˈfȯr-ˌfrənt 

as in vanguard

the leading or most important part of a movement

a politician who was in the forefront of women's rights

Synonyms & Similar Words

• vanguard
• front line
• leading edge
• van
• cutting edge
• spearhead

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of forefront

Friday's announcement comes as cost-of-living issues are at the forefront of voters’ concerns ahead of the midterm elections in November. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

No matter what takes place on the field inside Vaught Hemingway Stadium on Saturday evening, LSU head coach Lane Kiffin will be at the forefront of a hostile environment. — Trey Wallace Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Related Stories Some of the industry’s household names have been at the forefront of AI. — Corbin Bolies, Variety, 17 Sep. 2026

In a game that the New York Giants converted 9-of-11 third down attempts, ran for 165 yards and won the time of possession battle by over 13 minutes, the questions around the defense’s performance over the last two years are back at the forefront. — Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Sep. 2026