ahead

adverb

At or towards the front; in the direction one is facing or moving.

So as to be further advanced, either spatially or in an abstract sense; to be superior.

In or for the future.

At an earlier time; beforehand; in advance.

To a later time.

To an earlier time.

Synonyms for ahead

forwardadv beforeadv onwardadv beforehandadv headmost foren beforetime for

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