vanguard
The word “vanguard” has 2 syllables: van-guard
It's pronounced as /ˈvænˌɡɑrd/
What is synonym and antonym for vanguard?
In the thesaurus, “vanguard” has 17 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for vanguard along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for vanguard
- avant-garde
- avant-gardist
- cutting edge
- forefront
- forerunner
- front
- front line
- lead
- leaders
- leading
- leading edge
- pioneer
- precursor
- spearhead
- trailblazer
- underground
- van
Antonyms for vanguard
- establishment
- followers
- old guard
- rear
Meanings of vanguard
- noun
- The leading units at the front of an army or fleet.
- (by extension) The person(s) at the forefront of any group or movement.
Example Sentences
- The company was at the vanguard of innovation, always introducing new technologies.
- She was at the vanguard of the feminist movement, leading the way for change.
- The vanguard of the army led the charge into battle.
- This organization is in the vanguard of environmental conservation efforts.
- The artist's unique style put him at the vanguard of the contemporary art scene.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to vanguard, such as: avant-garde, avant-gardist, cutting edge, establishment, followers, forefront, forerunner.
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Related Words
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