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Synonyms & Antonyms of guide
(Entry 1 of 2)
1
to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed
- the pastry chef guided her through the creation of the wedding cake, showing her how to ice the layers, fashion the elaborate decorations, and assemble the whole shebang
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2
to look after and make decisions about
- thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well
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- administer,
- administrate,
- carry on,
- conduct,
- control,
- direct,
- govern,
- handle,
- keep,
- manage,
- operate,
- overlook,
- oversee,
- preside (over),
- regulate,
- run,
- steward,
- superintend,
- supervise,
- tend
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3
to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front
- would be happy to guide you folks to the historic part of town
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guide
nounSynonyms of guide (Entry 2 of 2)
one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy
- followed our guide through the dangerous mountain trails
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The first known use of guide was in the 14th century
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