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

After reporting that a number of talent agents were circling the AI actress for representation, the story quickly sparked a global debate and firmly put Zurich at the forefront of the conversation. — Diana Lodderhose, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

The communication in Miami’s young secondary comes to the forefront to eliminate those mishaps. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

The two charitable donations this month from Nike cofounder Phil Knight and his wife Penny continues to put the shoe industry at the forefront leading charitable donation efforts. — Vicki M. Young, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026

With the legalization of sports betting across multiple states over the past few years, daily fantasy hasn’t been at the forefront quite as much. — Outkick, FOXNews.com, 24 Sep. 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