Pronunciation

/piːˈɔɪnər/

Definitions

• Noun: A person who is among the first to explore or settle in a new area, introduce a new idea, or develop a new field. For example: “The early pioneers cleared the land for settlement.”
• Verb: To be a pioneer in a particular field or activity. For example: “She was a pioneer in women’s rights.”
• Adjective: Characterizing or related to a pioneer, especially in terms of innovation or pioneering work. For example: “The project had a pioneering approach to renewable energy.”

Phrases

• “Pioneer work” refers to the initial and groundbreaking efforts in a field.
• “Trailblazer” or “pathfinder” can be used to describe a pioneer in a similar sense.
• “Pioneer spirit” denotes the determination and courage shown by early explorers.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The family was part of the original group of pioneers who settled this region.”
• Verb: “He is a pioneer in the field of artificial intelligence.”
• Adjective: “Her pioneering research changed the course of medicine.”

Synonyms

• Innovator
• Trailblazer
• Pathfinder
• Originator
• Pioneering
• Groundbreaker
• Adventurer

Antonyms

• Settler
• Traditionalist
• Copycat
• Laggard -保守者 (conservative)