The Opposite(Antonym) of “behind”
The antonyms of behind are ahead and in front of. These words describe the opposite direction or position in space or time.
Explore all Antonyms of “behind”
- ahead
- in front of
Definitions and Examples of ahead, in front of
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ahead
In front; in advance; in a forward direction.
Example
The finish line is just ahead, keep running!
Key Differences: ahead vs in front of
- 1Ahead refers to a position that is in front of the current position, while in front of describes a position that is further forward than someone or something else.
- 2Ahead can also mean in advance or earlier in time, while in front of only describes a spatial relationship.
Effective Usage of ahead, in front of
- 1Giving Directions: Use ahead to indicate a location that is in front of the current position.
- 2Spatial Relationships: Use in front of to describe the position of an object or person in relation to another object or person.
- 3Time References: Use ahead to refer to events that will happen in the future or earlier in time.
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Remember this!
The antonyms ahead and in front of describe the opposite direction or position in space or time. Ahead refers to a position that is in front of the current position, while in front of describes a position that is further forward than someone or something else. Use these words to give directions, describe spatial relationships, and refer to events in time.
