Synonyms of pacer

pacer

noun

ˈpā-sər 

as in leader

one that takes the lead or sets an example

a highly competitive industry in which any company that isn't a pacer quickly becomes a belly-up also-ran

Synonyms & Similar Words

• leader
• pacemaker
• pioneer
• pacesetter
• bellwether
• trendsetter
• innovator
• forerunner
• harbinger
• precursor
• herald
• foregoer
• groundbreaker

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• follower
• imitator
• Johnny-come-lately
• me-tooer

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of pacer

The hosts made three changes from the first test with pacer Kagiso Rabada, who has recovered from a hamstring injury, returning to the playing eleven after missing out in Durban. — ABC News, 18 Oct. 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

One week our pacer was an acupuncturist who heals veterans and hikes for weeks on end with all of her belongings on her back. — Heidi Stevens, Chicago Tribune, 10 July 2026