foremost vs head-on

foremost

adv
  • In front, prominently forward. 

  • First in time. 

  • Most importantly. 

adj
  • Positioned in front of (all) others in space, most forward. 

  • Coming before (all) others in time. 

  • Closest to the bow. 

  • Of the highest rank or position; of the greatest importance; of the highest priority. 

head-on

adv
  • With direct confrontation. 

  • With the front of a vehicle. 

noun
  • A collision from the front. 

adj
  • Of a collision, from the front or in the direction of motion. 

  • Direct, abrupt, blunt or unequivocal; not prevaricating. 

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