pioneering
Meaning: Involving new ideas or methods; being among the first to develop or apply something.
Pioneering conveys a stronger sense of being first or trailblazing than 'innovative.' It implies courage and originality, often in the face of scepticism or difficulty. The word is commonly used in scientific, medical, and technological contexts, and carries consistently positive connotations. Typical collocations include 'pioneering research,' 'pioneering work,' 'pioneering spirit,' and 'pioneering surgeon.'
Examples
- Her pioneering research into gene therapy opened new avenues for treating inherited diseases. 她在基因治疗方面的开创性研究为治疗遗传疾病开辟了新途径。Su investigación pionera en terapia génica abrió nuevas vías para el tratamiento de enfermedades hereditarias.遺伝子治療に関する彼女の先駆的研究は、遺伝性疾患の治療に新たな道を開いた。유전자 치료에 관한 그녀의 선구적인 연구는 유전 질환 치료의 새로운 길을 열었다.
- The Brontë sisters were pioneering figures in English literature, challenging conventions of their time. 勃朗特姐妹是英国文学中的开创性人物,挑战了当时的传统。Las hermanas Brontë fueron figuras pioneras de la literatura inglesa que desafiaron las convenciones de su época.ブロンテ姉妹はイギリス文学における先駆的人物であり、当時の慣習に挑戦した。브론테 자매는 영국 문학의 선구적인 인물로, 당대의 관습에 도전했다.
- The company's pioneering work in renewable energy earned it international recognition. 该公司在可再生能源领域的开创性工作为其赢得了国际认可。El trabajo pionero de la empresa en energías renovables le valió reconocimiento internacional.その企業の再生可能エネルギー分野での先駆的な取り組みは、国際的な評価を獲得した。그 기업의 재생 에너지 분야에서의 선구적인 업적은 국제적인 인정을 받았다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: academic, media, professional
Tone: positive
Origin & History
From French pionnier (foot soldier, labourer), from pion (foot soldier), from Medieval Latin pedo (one who goes on foot). The figurative sense of someone who opens new territory developed in the 17th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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