Headstart
noun
An advantage that someone has over others at the beginning of a process.
Starting the competition early gave her a significant headstart.
Usage tips
Neutral
give someone a headstart, have a headstart, get a headstart
noun
An advantage that someone has over others at the beginning of a process.
Starting the competition early gave her a significant headstart.
Usage tips
Neutral
give someone a headstart, have a headstart, get a headstart
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Often used metaphorically to describe advantages in life or competition.
In school, a headstart can mean better grades.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Consider using 'headstart' in competitive contexts.
He had a headstart in the race.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Can suggest an unfair advantage that creates feelings of resentment.
People felt he had a headstart due to his connections.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Often used metaphorically to describe advantages in life or competition.
In school, a headstart can mean better grades.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Consider using 'headstart' in competitive contexts.
He had a headstart in the race.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Can suggest an unfair advantage that creates feelings of resentment.
People felt he had a headstart due to his connections.
Pro Tip 1/3Metaphor
Often used metaphorically to describe advantages in life or competition.
In school, a headstart can mean better grades.
Pro Tip 2/3Context
Consider using 'headstart' in competitive contexts.
He had a headstart in the race.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional
Can suggest an unfair advantage that creates feelings of resentment.
People felt he had a headstart due to his connections.
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