guidance

noun

guid·​ance ˈgī-dᵊn(t)s 

1

: the act or process of guiding

2

a

: the direction provided by a guide

couldn't have done it without her guidance

b

: advice on vocational or educational problems given to students

provides guidance on how to apply for scholarships

3

: the process of controlling the course of a projectile by a built-in mechanism

problems with the missile's guidance

Synonyms

• advice

Examples of guidance in a Sentence

I couldn't have done it without her guidance.

We need more guidance on how to handle these unusual cases.

Recent Examples on the Web

Under the guidance of David E. Kelley, who knows a thing or two about legal shows, each season follows an overarching case that has Mickey and Co. getting involved with colorful SoCal locals. —Sara Netzley, EW.com, 13 July 2025

During the next year, the group will participate in interactive online sessions and will lead a project or initiative at their home campuses under the guidance of a mentor. —arkansasonline.com, 13 July 2025

Under Madea’s guidance, April confronts her past, heals her family and reopens her heart to love once again. —Jane Lacroix, People.com, 13 July 2025

Volunteers must be at least 18 years old and must follow the guidance of relief organizers, state officials and National Guard personnel. —Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 13 July 2025

Word History

Etymology

guide entry 2 + -ance

First Known Use

1590, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing guidance

• guidance counselor
• inertial guidance
• marriage guidance

Rhymes for guidance

• subsidence

Kids Definition

guidance

noun

guid·​ance ˈgīd-ᵊn(t)s 

1

: the act or process of guiding

2

: advice given to students to help them make educational or personal decisions

3

: the process of controlling the course (as of a missile) by built-in equipment

guidance system