guidepost

noun

guide·​post ˈgīd-ˌpōst 

1

: indication, sign

2

: guideline sense b

Examples of guidepost in a Sentence

The guidepost said that the camp was to the left.

Recent Examples on the Web

The crescent moon acts as a perfect celestial guidepost to help locate the planet, and the optics will provide a spectacular view of Venus slipping behind the unilluminated edge of the lunar disk. — Jules-Pierre Malartre, Space.com, 17 June 2026

The firm’s quantum services are timely guideposts for where the technology is in terms of readiness, what industry demand looks like, and how others can use these insights to plan their quantum strategy. — Dr. Jonathan Reichental, Forbes.com, 13 June 2026

While hydration needs vary by person, a useful guidepost is to aim for at least half of your body weight in ounces per day. — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 13 May 2026

Once inside, power lines lead toward nearby roads, Krygier said, providing guideposts along the way back out. — Michael Ruiz, FOXNews.com, 11 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1738, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for guidepost

• diagnosed
• easternmost
• innermost
• lowermost
• milepost
• northernmost
• outermost
• rearmost
• southernmost
• uppermost
• uttermost
• westernmost

Kids Definition

guidepost

noun

guide·​post -ˌpōst 

1

: a post (as at the fork of a road) with directions for travelers

2

: indication sense 2, sign