forefront
- 01 C1 Advanced
n.the most important or leading position in a group or activity.
n.the most prominent or influential position within a field, movement, or social trend.
Simple“This company has always been at the forefront of new technology.”
In context“The university remains at the forefront of genetic research, consistently securing the highest volume of international grants in the sector.”
UsageUsually appears in the phrase 'at the forefront of'.
Antonyms - 02 C2 Proficiency
v.to make something the most important part of a discussion or plan.
v.to place an issue, theme, or concept in a position of prominence; to prioritise or emphasise.
Simple“The new report seeks to forefront the needs of young workers.”
In context“The documentary attempts to forefront the environmental impact of fast fashion, which is often overlooked in mainstream industry discussions.”
UsageA transitive verb that takes a direct object.
“For most, thoughts of the classroom were probably not at the forefront of their minds.”
“All three states will be at the forefront of the primary calendar, come 2028.”
From Middle English forefrount, forfrount, forefronte, equivalent to fore- + front.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.