Synonyms for

Front

Verb / frʌnt / Another word for front — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the side or part of an object that faces forward or is most often seen or used

Synonyms & similar words

presence movement forepart strawman socialmovement figurehead look rear breast battlefront frontend nominalhead face back frontline frontman forepart face facade fore frontage head leading advance vanguard van forefront top beginning start outset opening initiation commencement forehead anterior

Synonyms by register

Formal

forefront vanguard leading edge pinnacle

Informal

lead tip point fore bow

Literary

van forepart head

Antonyms

back rear end tail stern hind

Common collocations

  • front door
  • front page
  • front line
  • front seat
  • front runner
  • front yard
  • front end

Word family

noun front
verb front
adjective frontal
adverb frontally

Usage note

As a noun, 'front' can refer to the forward part of something, a battle line, or a weather system. As a verb, it often means to face or confront.

Example sentences

  1. The front of the house has a beautiful garden.
  2. Please stand at the front of the line.
  3. She is the front runner in the race.
  4. He likes to sit in the front seat of the car.
  5. The band will perform on the main stage in front of the audience.

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