Synonyms of helmed

helmed

verb

past tense of helm

as in steered

to operate or control the course of

a treacherous route for any weekend sailor just learning to helm his vessel

Synonyms & Similar Words

• steered
• piloted
• navigated
• hijacked
• commandeered
• conned

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of helmed

Most recently wrapping a lead role opposite Sam Rockwell in The Cackling of the Dodos, a Netflix crime flick helmed by Jason Bateman, he is represented by 7 Deuce Entertainment and Ziffren Brittenham. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 14 Sep. 2026

At the moment, the team is made up of Lina Fatanat and Chris Maghsodi, brand associates who, helmed by Lê, serve as de facto head-to-toe Kiko ambassadors. — Michael Anthony Hall, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

Kirk founded and helmed Turning Point USA until his murder last year in Utah, and the organization is now run by his widow, Erika Kirk. — Cristóbal Reyes, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Sep. 2026

The film, helmed by Peaky Blinders creator Steven Knight, provides a behind-the-scenes look at the Live ‘25 dates and features live performance footage and the first joint interview between Noel and Liam in decades. — Thomas Smith, Billboard, 11 Sep. 2026

After the attack, the agency, helmed then by Robert Mueller, would begin to shift significant resources, agents and large amounts of focus to counterterrorism intelligence, investigations and cases. — Mark Morales, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2026

In addition to anniversaries, this season will also see grand returns from Monse, Sabyasachi, Thom Browne and Diane von Furstenberg, who will debut a new chapter of the beloved brand helmed by creative director Henry Zankov. — Morgan Evans, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

The live-to-film concert will present an orchestral performance of the score from John Powell and Stephen Schwartz, who also helmed music and lyrics. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 9 Sep. 2026

The aforementioned Jennifer contributed meatballs, their mom helmed the antipasti station, Raf’s supplied the tiramisù. — Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 4 Sep. 2026