Top synonyms for “ahead”: before, beforehand, forrader, forward, forwards, in advance, in front, in the lead, and 3 more below.
Definitions
- (adverb)at or in the front“I see the lights of a town ahead”
- (adverb)ahead of time; in anticipation“when you pay ahead (or in advance) you receive a discount”
- (adverb)in a forward direction“go ahead”
- (adverb)leading or ahead in a competition“the horse was three lengths ahead going into the home stretch”
- (adverb)to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward the future)“moved the appointment ahead from Tuesday to Monday”
- (adverb)to a more advanced or advantageous position“a young man sure to get ahead”
- (adverb)toward the future; forward in time“I like to look ahead in imagination to what the future may bring”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "ahead"?
Common synonyms for "ahead" include before, beforehand, forrader, forward, forwards, in advance. Our thesaurus lists 11 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "ahead"?
Antonyms for "ahead" include back. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "ahead" mean?
at or in the front Example: "I see the lights of a town ahead"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
Synonyms give you more options to match syllable counts, meter, and rhyme schemes. When a word fits the meaning but not the rhythm, swap in a synonym with a different syllable count. Click any synonym above to jump straight to its rhyme page and continue writing.
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