Foremost
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfɔː.məʊst/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Foremost is an adjective meaning Positioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.
Meaning
Positioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.
More Meanings
- Coming before (all) others in time.
- Of the highest rank or position; of the greatest importance; of the highest priority.
- (nautical) Closest to the bow.
- In front, prominently forward.
- First in time.
- Most importantly.
Example Sentences
The exhibition features works by the country’s foremost artists.
As I plunged into the reeds, my foremost pursuers emerged from the gap.
[…] of both them, she / (By Pallas counsell) was to haue the grace / Of foremost greeting.
Foremost among the workers’ grievances was the company’s failure to address the many safety issues in the plant.
Synonyms for foremost
Depending on context, synonyms include front, frontmost, forwardmost, first, greatest, leading.
Antonyms for foremost
Common opposites include back, backmost, hindmost, rear, rearmost, rearwardmost.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frontmost, front, top, best, firstly, first.
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