What does AHEAD mean?

Parts of Speech

Ahead is an adverb.

Definitions

• In front; in advance.
• Further forward in time; in the future.
• Leading or winning a race or competition.
• Having made progress; successful.

Pronunciations

• US: /əˈhɛd/
• UK: /əˈhɛd/

Origin and Usage

Ahead originated from the Middle English word "aheve" which means "in a forward direction". It has been used in English since the 14th century. It is commonly used to indicate a position in front or in advance of something or someone. It can also be used to indicate a future time or a winning position in a race or competition.

Synonyms

• Beforehand
• Forward
• In front
• Onward
• Upfront

Related Words

• Above
• Agree
• Alive
• Anger
• Aside

Example Sentences

• He walked ahead of the group.
• The meeting has been scheduled for two weeks ahead.
• The runner was ahead by several meters.
• The company is ahead of its competitors in terms of sales.