forefront

noun

fore·​front ˈfȯr-ˌfrənt 

: the foremost part or place

Synonyms of forefront

• vanguard

Examples of forefront in a Sentence

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

Recent Examples on the Web

The oldest player on our list has been at the forefront of the Saudi Arabian football revolution, with billions spent on enticing players to the Middle East. — Tim Spiers, New York Times, 21 July 2026

Her new position at the scene’s forefront came with considerable expectations, and her occasionally dazzling debut, Silence Is Loud, felt the weight of those demands. — Will Pritchard, Pitchfork, 20 July 2026

An ardent advocate for diversity, Kurner was at the forefront of a major renovation of the building in 2022. — David L. Coddon, San Diego Union-Tribune, 20 July 2026

Since the pandemic, Nolan has been at the forefront of reviving cinemas. — Jake Coyle, Fortune, 19 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing forefront

• at/in the forefront
• to the forefront

Rhymes for forefront

• battlefront
• oceanfront
• riverfront
• waterfront
• affront
• confront
• exeunt
• lakefront
• manhunt
• sederunt
• upfront
• blunt

Kids Definition

forefront

noun

fore·​front -ˌfrənt 

: the most important part or place