Synonyms of van

van

noun

1

as in vanguard

the innovators of new concepts, styles, and techniques especially in the arts

an artist who was in the van of abstract expressionism

Synonyms & Similar Words

• vanguard
• underground
• pioneer
• cutting edge
• avant-garde
• precursor
• forerunner
• trailblazer
• avant-gardist

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• establishment
• old guard

2

as in forefront

the leading or most important part of a movement

a company that is considered by some to be in the van of the latest technology for renewable energy

Synonyms & Similar Words

• forefront
• leading edge
• front line
• cutting edge
• vanguard
• spearhead

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of van

That's why Schmiede is offering its high roof not only atop Nugget camper vans but also for long-wheelbase Ford Transit Custom vans. — New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026

Staffers are also working on designing an automatic feeder that could be used in a van. — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 2026

Can it be changed without downtime and a technician in a van? — Peter Kellis, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Her camera has recorded all of them, including near-misses like an out-of-control van flying airborne across the grassy divider between the house and Route 30. — Meghan Schiller, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026