Synonyms of guides

guides 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of guide

1

as in coaches

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coaches
• shows
• accompanies
• leads
• teaches
• mentors
• tutors
• informs
• steers
• counsels
• pilots
• escorts
• shepherds
• walks through
• trains
• engineers
• supervises
• directs
• instructs
• schools
• oversees
• sees
• convoys
• enlightens
• briefs
• sways
• drills
• superintends
• chaperones
• attends
• squires
• inculcates
• godfathers
• indoctrinates
• nurtures
• fosters
• cultivates

2

as in supervises

to look after and make decisions about

thought the new superintendent would guide the school system well

Synonyms & Similar Words

• supervises
• oversees
• controls
• operates
• manages
• handles
• regulates
• conducts
• runs
• governs
• directs
• tends
• keeps
• administers
• protects
• watches over
• leads
• stewards
• superintends
• carries on
• administrates
• presides (over)
• steers
• watches
• overlooks
• pilots
• guards
• minds
• safeguards
• cares (for)
• stage-manages
• codirects
• micromanages
• comanages

3

as in steers

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• steers
• leads
• accompanies
• shows
• routes
• directs
• ushers
• pilots
• conducts
• escorts
• marshals
• precedes
• controls
• chaperones
• sees
• manages
• convoys
• attends

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• follows
• trails
• tails
• shadows
• dogs
• hounds
• tailgates

guides

2 of 2

noun

plural of guide

as in guards

one that accompanies another for protection, guidance, or as a courtesy

followed our guide through the dangerous mountain trails

Synonyms & Similar Words

• guards
• attendants
• companions
• escorts
• leaders
• pilots
• shadows
• conductors
• squires
• chaperones
• sidekicks
• convoys
• couriers
• honor guards
• outriders

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of guides

Verb

The company now guides 2026 capital expenditures, including finance leases, of roughly $115–$135 billion, placing it among the largest single-year capex spenders in the AI and hyperscaler universe. —Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 30 Jan. 2026

That same human centric values-first posture guides how Ingka evaluates partners. —Keith Ferrazzi, Forbes.com, 26 Jan. 2026

Flow pairs with a mobile app that guides treatment and supports remote clinical oversight. —Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 Jan. 2026

Its innovative design guides the foot naturally rather than forcing correction, resulting in a smoother stride. —Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 17 Jan. 2026

The spokesperson also said the agency remains committed to its core mission to protect human health and the environment, adding that its mission guides all of its decisions. —Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2026

As a minority shareholder, Kasimov retains a stake in the company’s performance but no longer guides its direction. —Nia Bowers, USA Today, 17 Jan. 2026

Book experiences with locals like Barefoot Billy, who guides an epic, 26-mile Jet Ski tour, or Marianne van den Broek, a professional sand sculptor who leads workshops. —Kelsey Ogletree, Midwest Living, 11 Jan. 2026

Premium Pliers Gugino, who guides striped bass and bluefish around Boston Harbor, and Rubner never leave the dock without a premium pair of pliers. —Francesca Krempa, Outside, 9 Jan. 2026

Noun

Over the coming years, a team of 57 scientists and local guides explored all the major rivers and tributaries of the Okavango Delta, traversing this vast landscape in dugout canoes, on motorbikes, on foot, and in armored vehicles. —Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 29 Jan. 2026

Its content features topics on skiing, snowboarding, mountains, ski resorts, travel guides, gear reviews, outdoor events, competitions or festivals and more. —Sarah Moore, Freep.com, 29 Jan. 2026

Are there any guides to give us some additional history? —Stirling Kelso, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 Jan. 2026

Check out our other guides to the best telescopes, binoculars, cameras, star projectors, drones, Lego and much more. —Paul Brett, Space.com, 28 Jan. 2026

As Alex Honnold’s risk-taking makes clear, even star athletes can make personal judgments about risk that are flawed as guides for public policy. —James Broughel, Forbes.com, 27 Jan. 2026

Training resources and guides across the internet actively recommend it. —Naomi Lim, The Washington Examiner, 27 Jan. 2026

Value yourself — self-respect guides smarter choices. —Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 26 Jan. 2026

Paper and clocks are associated with first wedding anniversaries, or so the gift guides say. —Amy Davidson Sorkin, New Yorker, 20 Jan. 2026