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shepherd

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of shepherd

to give advice and instruction to (someone) regarding the course or process to be followed

shepherding her through the procedure of taking out a loan

Synonyms of shepherd

coach, counsel, guide, lead, mentor, pilot, show, tutor

Words Related to shepherd

direct, engineer, steer, sway

accompany, attend, chaperone (or chaperon), convoy, escort, see, squire

oversee, superintend, supervise

brief, enlighten, inform

instruct, school, teach, tutor

inculcate, indoctrinate

cultivate, foster, nurture

Phrases Synonymous with shepherd

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