PACEMAKER Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

pacemaker

noun

ˈpās-ˌmā-kər

Definition of pacemaker

as in leader

one that takes the lead or sets an example has long been regarded as a pacemaker in home electronics

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Recent Examples of pacemaker He was treated for an infection and low heart rate, which required a pacemaker to be fitted, according to the Royal House of Norway. — James Frater, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026 He was fitted with a pacemaker in 2024 and in February, he was hospitalized while on a trip to Tenerife, where he was treated for an infection and dehydration. — Jennifer Hassan, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 The infection caused an irregular heart rhythm, and doctors decided to temporarily implant a pacemaker. — Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 28 Aug. 2026 Michael Chaves had to have surgery before his first birthday and get a pacemaker at age 17. — Carolyn Gusoff, CBS News, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pacemaker

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The United States remains the global leader in biotech, but China is rapidly narrowing the gap.

— Patrick McHenry, STAT, 30 Sep. 2026
Some industry leaders have also sounded alarms over increasingly powerful systems.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of leader

Noun

The Indian pacer returned from a leg injury sustained during the England tour.

— ABC News, ABC News, 13 Sep. 2026
Josh Kerr, its sponsored athlete, had a mile world-record attempt scheduled at a Diamond League event in London, which was at risk because a pacer could not fulfil their duties.

— Liam Tharme, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of pacer

Noun

The startup, founded by AI pioneer Fei-Fei Li, is building AI models for creating virtual 3D environments frequently used in humanoid robot development.

— Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 29 Sep. 2026
State historian Doane Robinson wanted to create a monument to the Old West, featuring both pioneers and Native leaders, to attract tourists.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 29 Sep. 2026

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