Frontrunner: meaning, definitions and examples
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frontrunner
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competition context
A frontrunner refers to a person or entity that is leading or expected to lead in a competition, especially in political races or sports. This term implies that the frontrunner is in a favorable position compared to their competitors, often having the best chance of winning. The frontrunner's status can change as the competition progresses, but they often have a strong advantage due to resources, support, or prior performance. It may also refer to a participant who has been highly favored by public opinion or media.
Synonyms
favorite, forerunner, leader, pioneer.
Examples of usage
- She is the frontrunner in the election.
- The team is the frontrunner for the championship.
- He emerged as the frontrunner early in the race.
Translations
Translations of the word "frontrunner" in other languages:
๐ต๐น favorito
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคเฅเคฐเคฃเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Spitzenreiter
๐ฎ๐ฉ unggulan
๐บ๐ฆ ะปัะดะตั
๐ต๐ฑ lider
๐ฏ๐ต ๅ ้ ญ่
๐ซ๐ท favori
๐ช๐ธ favorito
๐น๐ท รถnde gelen
๐ฐ๐ท ์ ๋์ฃผ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูู ุฑุดุญ ุงูุฃุจุฑุฒ
๐จ๐ฟ favorit
๐ธ๐ฐ favorit
๐จ๐ณ ้ขๅ ่
๐ธ๐ฎ favorit
๐ฎ๐ธ framsรฆknir
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐะปะดัาฃาั าะฐัะฐัะปั
๐ฌ๐ช แฌแแแแแซแฆแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ lider
๐ฒ๐ฝ favorito
Etymology
The term 'frontrunner' originated in the United States in the early 20th century, initially used in horse racing. The word combines 'front', referring to the foremost position, and 'runner', indicating a participant in a race. Its initial context involved the horse that led from the start of a race, suggesting it was favored to win. Over time, its usage expanded beyond horse racing to include political contexts and other competitive arenas. The evolution of the term reflects changes in societal views on competition and leadership, signifying not just those who are likely to win but also those who set the pace for others. Today, it is widely used in various fields, including politics, business, and sports, embodying the traits of leadership and favorability.