pacesetting

/ˈpeɪsˌsɛtɪŋ/
adjective
  1. Leading or establishing a standard of performance or quality that others try to follow.
    • The team's pacesetting defense set a new record for fewest points allowed.
    • Her pacesetting research in medicine has saved countless lives.
    • The company's pacesetting technology made it the leader in renewable energy.
Antonyms
noun
  1. The act or practice of setting a pace or standard for others to follow.
    • The coach emphasized pacesetting during training to push the athletes harder.
    • Through pacesetting, the small startup changed the entire market.
    • Pacesetting in the industry requires constant innovation and investment.
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