frontrunner

UK
/ˈfrʌntrʌnə/
US
/ˈfrʌntrʌnɚ/

Translations

frontrunnernoun
frontrunners
pl
UK
/ˈfrʌntrʌnə/
US
/ˈfrʌntrʌnɚ/
favoriDans une compétition ou une élection, pour le candidat le plus probable à gagner.
She is the frontrunner for the nomination.
Elle est la favorite pour l’investiture.
Additional translations
meneurDans une course ou une compétition, pour celui qui est en tête.
frontrunneradjective
more frontrunner
Comp.
most frontrunner
Super.
UK
/ˈfrʌntrʌnə/
US
/ˈfrʌntrʌnɚ/
Used attributively to qualify a succeeding noun (e.g., 'frontrunner status').
de favoriSe dit d’une personne ou d’une chose qui est en tête dans une compétition.
Her frontrunner reputation gave the campaign an early boost.
Sa réputation de favori a donné un élan précoce à la campagne.

Definitions

frontrunnernoun
A person or thing that is leading in a race or competition.
The frontrunner in the marathon maintained a steady pace throughout the race.
A leading candidate in an election or other competitive situation.
She is considered the frontrunner for the position of CEO due to her extensive experience.
frontrunneradjective
Relating to or characteristic of a person or thing that is leading in a competition.
Her frontrunner reputation gave the campaign an early boost.