Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Definitions

head-on

[hed-on, -awn] / ˈhɛdˈɒn, -ˈɔn /




ADVERB
headfirst
Synonyms




Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

See Examples For:

The Oschin Center seeks to tackle that question head-on by displaying a genuine space potty, extracted from the Endeavour herself and displayed in a glass case.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 28, 2026

While some journalists twisted their movie and television coverage around major plot events, others tackled them head-on, writing “ending explained” and “twist revealed” articles for readers who wanted to skip to the point.

From Salon ● Oct. 25, 2026

The British Beauty Council said the government should be congratulated for tackling the issue head-on.

From BBC ● Oct. 20, 2026

"Other types of aggressive behaviors, like head-on displays, are more about communication and social assessment and require very little energy."

From Science Daily ● Oct. 18, 2026

The minivan swerved back into the right lane, narrowly missing a head-on collision with the sedan.

From "The Darkest Minds" by Alexandra Bracken


Random Word

Spin the wheel and learn a new word!

Get a word

Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Just like flashcards, but way more fun

Don't take our word for it. Leave the boring studying behind and join VocabTrainer today. You'll learn even faster and never look back.

Take me to Vocabulary.com