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Synonyms of foremost

12 similar words · 7 opposite words

Another word for foremost is frontmost. Other synonyms of foremost are front and first. The opposite of foremost is back.

Synonyms and similar words for foremost

adjectivePositioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.

adjectiveComing before (all) others in time.

adjectiveOf the highest rank or position; of the greatest importance; of the highest priority.

adverbMost importantly.

Opposite of foremost

adjectivePositioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.

adjectiveClosest to the bow.

  • aftermostNearest the stern of a vessel; farthest aft.

Meaning of foremost

  1. adjective Positioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.
  2. adjective Coming before (all) others in time.
  3. adjective Of the highest rank or position; of the greatest importance; of the highest priority.

Full definition of foremost

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Questions about synonyms of foremost

What is another word for foremost?
Foremost has 12 synonyms on Word.ws, such as frontmost, front and first.
What is the opposite of foremost?
The opposite of foremost is back. Other antonyms of foremost are rearmost.
What does foremost mean?
Foremost means positioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward.

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