as in advanced
being or employing the latest concepts, styles, or techniques
his insistent tracking shots and rapid-fire pacing earned him a reputation as a cutting-edge filmmaker
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in vanguard
the innovators of new concepts, styles, and techniques especially in the arts
an urban enclave that has an established reputation for being hospitable to artists who are part of the cutting edge
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in forefront
the leading or most important part of a movement
a company that has always been on the cutting edge of the new electronic media
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of cutting-edge
Al Shipley, SPIN, 22 Jan. 2025
Housed in an Art Deco building from the 1930s, it is considered one of the best places to see cutting edge art.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Arsenal are reliant on corners, lack cutting edge in open play and are without Bukayo Saka for the foreseeable future.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
For cutting edge contemporary art, don’t miss Stevenson, Everard Read, Goodman Gallery, Kalashnivkovv, Gallery Momo, and BKhZ.
—Mary Holland, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for cutting-edge 
Noun
Arranging her songs for orchestras, programming cutting edge beats, and writing lyrics with wit, emotion, and historical and literary inspirations, Björk is an art pop icon and one of the world’s most original living songwriters.
—Al Shipley, SPIN, 22 Jan. 2025
Housed in an Art Deco building from the 1930s, it is considered one of the best places to see cutting edge art.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 20 Jan. 2025
Arsenal are reliant on corners, lack cutting edge in open play and are without Bukayo Saka for the foreseeable future.
—Liam Tharme, The Athletic, 31 Dec. 2024
For cutting edge contemporary art, don’t miss Stevenson, Everard Read, Goodman Gallery, Kalashnivkovv, Gallery Momo, and BKhZ.
—Mary Holland, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Dec. 2024
See all Example Sentences for cutting-edge
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cutting-edge
Adjective
-
Salah did drop back to support his team-mates defensively on occasion, but Slot’s comments showed his preference to keep the Egypt international in an advanced position to try to expose the gaps left behind by the advancing Kerkez.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
3 Feb. 2025
-
This significant increase in speed is accompanied by a remarkable reduction in operational resistance by 22% and a weight decrease of 10%, thanks to the use of advanced materials, such as carbon fiber composites and magnesium alloys.—
Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report,
Fox News,
2 Feb. 2025
Noun
-
As a candidate in 2023, Johnson relied on the city’s progressive labor vanguard — the Chicago Teachers Union and Service Employees International Union — to bankroll his campaign.—
A.D. Quig,
Chicago Tribune,
17 Jan. 2025
-
But in recent years, the luxury vanguard of the industry has refocused their programming to make their spas the center of life at sea.—
Susan B. Barnes,
Robb Report,
12 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
The Miami Herald spoke with three real estate experts who are at the forefront of these deals, including real estate developer Ian Bruce Eichner; real estate analyst and Condo Vultures founder Peter Zalewski; and Siegfried Rivera partner Lindsey Lehr.—
Rebecca San Juan,
Miami Herald,
29 Jan. 2025
-
At the forefront of this effort is Dharik Mallapragada, Assistant Professor of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at NYU Tandon.—
IEEE Spectrum,
IEEE Spectrum,
29 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
Time to get progressive with your financial strategy.—
USA TODAY,
USA TODAY,
27 Jan. 2025
-
How does the league authentically represent its diverse player base while also appealing to a broad audience that might not be as progressive?—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
His breakthrough came via 1977’s Eraserhead, which became popular in the midnight movie underground circuit.—
Rania Aniftos,
Billboard,
16 Jan. 2025
-
And as surface temperatures rise, their cool underground burrows may become important refuges.—
Sammy Roth,
Los Angeles Times,
7 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
International students that have been the leading edge of, for example, medical research in this country for years will have other institutions to turn to.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
17 Jan. 2025
-
Minneapolis has been on the leading edge of police reform since the killing of George Floyd in 2020.—
Jackson Walker,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Leading the charge is Brandon Marshall, the six-time Pro Bowler and media pioneer, who is kicking off the project on his YouTube channel.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
-
New Village Arts explores the private life of famed scientist Marie Curie in new play The first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the discoverer of radium and polonium, Marie Curie is one of scientific history’s pioneers.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
Adjective
-
On Tuesday, Netanyahu praised Mr. Trump for having unconventional ideas.—
Kaia Hubbard,
CBS News,
5 Feb. 2025
-
The parents who really understood this embraced sometimes unconventional strategies that prioritized curiosity, a love for learning, and emotional intelligence over societal expectations.—
Reem Raouda, Contributor,
CNBC,
2 Feb. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near cutting-edge
Cite this Entry
“Cutting-edge.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cutting-edge. Accessed 9 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share