1. a person or thing that establishes a rate of activity or progress for others to follow
2. a runner who sets the pace in a race, especially to help other runners achieve fast times
Usage: sports

Examples

• Apple has been a pacesetter in smartphone technology for years.
• The company is considered a pacesetter in environmental sustainability practices.
• She hired a pacesetter to help her achieve a personal best in the marathon.
• The pacesetter dropped out after the first mile, having done his job.
• This university is a pacesetter in online education programs.
• The fashion designer became a pacesetter for sustainable clothing.
• Professional pacesetters are common in elite distance running events.