1. leading the way in innovation, progress, or performance; setting standards for others to follow

1. the act of setting the pace or leading in a race or competition
Usage: sports

Examples

• The company’s pacesetting technology revolutionized the industry.
• Her pacesetting research opened new fields of study.
• The pacesetting runner maintained a steady speed for the first mile.
• The school’s pacesetting environmental program became a model for others.
• His pacesetting performance in the marathon inspired other athletes.
• The pacesetting legislation set new standards for consumer protection.
• The runner’s pacesetting strategy helped the team win the relay race.