LEADING-EDGE Synonyms: 91 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈlē-diŋ-

Definition of leading edge

as in forefront

the leading or most important part of a movement an activist who is on the leading edge of the fight for equal marriage rights

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Relevance

leading-edge

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adjective

as in modern

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Recent Examples of leading edge

Noun

Wind speeds of 60 to 70 mph will be possible on the leading edge of any storms rolling through. — Ron Smiley, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026 With moisture moving in from the Atlantic coast, national weather service Meteo France forecast light rain in the town of Lege-Cap Ferret, on a peninsula that's been a leading edge of the devastated region. — ABC News, 30 July 2026

Adjective

Intel's willingness to buy these expensive machines is a positive signal that its foundry (chip industry-speak for manufacturing) is expanding capacity and improving yields for leading-edge chips. — Jeff Marks, CNBC, 15 July 2026 Yep, there is a lot to admire about leading-edge AI. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for leading edge

Recent Examples of Synonyms for leading edge

Noun

For starters, a recording artist isn’t at the forefront of the pack.

— Maya Georgi, Rolling Stone, 16 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

Definition of forefront

Adjective

What may have surprised even modern sports fans, however, was Ole Miss' suing two of its former players who followed former Rebels coach Lane Kiffin to his new position as head football coach at LSU.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 19 Sep. 2026
In the heart of East Nashville, this two-bedroom home is perfect for families and those looking for a long-term stay topped with modern appliances and laundry.

— Sara Sturek, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of modern

Adjective

The video is the latest in a lengthy stream of controversies the probation department has faced in recent years.

— James Queally, Los Angeles Times, 15 Feb. 2023
The American Western drama is the latest of Taylor Sheridan's ever-growing Yellowstone franchise surrounding the legacy of the Dutton family from west of the Mississippi.

— Sabrina Park, Harper's BAZAAR, 14 Feb. 2023

Definition of latest

Adjective

Stone and Robert Icke, for example, have both built careers on transplanting old stories into slick contemporary containers, and, in varying degrees, those containers can come packed with power.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026
Inside, the property blends ancient artifacts with contemporary furnishings.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of contemporary

Adjective

The seat is widely considered reliably Republican, but some recent polling has Democrats feeling optimistic and Andrews has pushed the party to invest in the race.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 17 Sep. 2026
The opposition appears to have only solidified two months before the midterm elections, despite significant donations that crypto groups have given to some Democrats in recent years.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 16 Sep. 2026

Definition of recent

Adjective

The development of cutting-edge, non-destructive techniques has been helping to unlock those secrets, aiding conservation efforts.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 11 Sep. 2026
Top-tier teams, leagues and events, cutting-edge technology and programs that cultivate the fandom around sports have been part of the mix at NBC ever since.

— Cynthia Littleton, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of cutting-edge

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