Ahead

Adverb

UK /əˈhed/

US /əˈhed/

Definition

In front or forward in place, time, or progress.

Example

"The child ran ahead of me."

"We have a long journey ahead, so let’s pack well."

"She is ahead in her studies because she starts homework early."

Explanation

Ahead means in front of or further forward in place, time, or progress. It can refer to physical position (like walking ahead of someone), time (an event that is ahead in the future), or progress (being ahead in a race or plan). It shows something is in advance, whether it’s distance, time, or development.