ahead of (one's/its) time



ahead of (one's/its) time

More advanced or innovative than is or was typical in a particular era. That 19th-century scientist was definitely ahead of his time with his detailed plan of space travel. I can't believe that movie is from the 1950s—it's so progressive and way ahead of its time.
See also: ahead, of, time

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Sakchai-Thai
Arkadios-Ancient Greek
Swapna-Indian, Telugu, Marathi
Anatu-Near Eastern Mythology
GudrunGOOD-roon (German)Norse Mythology, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, German
Noa (2)no-ahJapanese