Meaning of 'ahead'

adjective

having the leading position or higher score in a contest

Synonyms: in the lead

adverb

at or in the front

Example: "I see the lights of a town ahead"

Synonyms: before

adverb

ahead of time

Synonyms: in advance beforehand

adverb

in a forward direction

Example: "go ahead"

Synonyms: forwards

adverb

leading or ahead in a competition

Example: "the horse was three lengths ahead going into the home stretch"

Synonyms: out front

adverb

to a different or a more advanced time (meaning advanced either toward the present or toward the future)

Example: "moved the appointment ahead from Tuesday to Monday"

adverb

to a more advanced or advantageous position

Example: "I created a portfolio in hopes of getting ahead."

adverb

toward the future

Synonyms: forward