trailblazer
noun/ˈtreɪlˌbleɪzər/
Frequency rank: #16,891 most common English word
Meaning
a person who is the first to do something or open up a new area of activity; a pioneer.
Example sentence
Marie Curie was considered trailblazer in the field of science, inspiring generations of researchers after her.
Synonyms & related words
- pioneer
- innovator
- groundbreaker
- pathfinder
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