STEERS Synonyms: 34 Similar and Opposite Words

steers

verb

present tense third-person singular of steer

as in guides

to point out the way for (someone) especially from a position in front the man in the train station was able to steer us in the right direction

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as in pilots

to operate or control the course of first needed to learn how to steer her personal watercraft before going out on the crowded lake

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Recent Examples of steers Schumer, who steers millions in outside spending through a constellation of PACs, threatened to freeze all investments in Maine unless Platner ends his campaign, but has otherwise stayed silent on the jockeying. — David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 7 July 2026 That warming changes where thunderstorms develop near the equator, which can shift the jet stream — the fast-moving river of air that steers storms across North America. — Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 7 July 2026 The jet stream is a highway of air at high altitudes which steers weather systems. — Andrew Freedman, CNN Money, 1 July 2026 Taking a cue from nickelodeon piano players, composer John Powell steers the mood with a vibrantly eclectic score of sprightly ragtime, violin pathos and popcorn crescendos. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 Broggi oversees Home Depot’s $25 billion e-commerce business, merchandising, and the customer experience for digital channels, while Bell steers product management, data, and AI. — John Kell, Fortune, 24 June 2026 The system accelerates, brakes and steers the vehicle in the lane. — James Raia, Mercury News, 21 June 2026 Smoked paprika, six cloves of garlic, fresh mint, and lemon juice create a smoky, citrusy, bright flavor combo that steers ordinary chicken breast into decidedly unexpected territory. — Maggie Meyer Glisan, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 June 2026 Interestingly, the latest high-profile college sports bill, the Protect College Sports Act, perhaps smartly steers clear of college athlete employment. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 10 June 2026

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Verb

Bansal developed Sparky, an AI teacher that guides students through reasoning instead of providing immediate answers.

— Ray Ravaglia, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
After installation, the app guides the victim through enabling Accessibility.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2026

Definition of guides

Verb

Manuel Varela, who also pilots Goodie, says the drone has switchable nozzles for whatever the cleaning job calls for.

— Delia Rose Sauer, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
There's also an optional co-op mode, which allows two players to split the controls of the Arwing starfighter and other vehicles; one person pilots them while the other shoots at enemies.

— Fran Ruiz, Space.com, 8 May 2026

Definition of pilots

Verb

All guests are greeted with a swanky, industrial-chic entrance, high ceilings, and a spiral staircase that leads down to the front desk check-in.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Washington leads the National Women’s Soccer League with 33 points, while Summit FC sits 11th in the league standings.

— Nate Peterson, Denver Post, 27 July 2026

Definition of leads

Verb

Over the course of eight episodes, all of which are available to binge-watch August 5, Annie navigates grief, first love, and betrayal while summering on the pristine lakes of Muskoka, an isolated wilderness north of Toronto.

— Kenneal Patterson, Vanity Fair, 27 July 2026
Adult Bobby navigates his relationship with Connie and lands a spot on a reality cooking show, while Hank and Peggy continue to grapple with life as empty nesters … and maybe adopt a new dog.

— Eric Vilas-Boas, Vulture, 24 July 2026

Definition of navigates

Verb

Ceiling fans can easily become a focal point that accompanies your bed frame or couch.

— Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 19 July 2026
The brand’s signature is the ice cream that accompanies the churros and turns each creation into a temptation that’s hard to resist.

— Sarah Moreno Updated July 18, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026

Definition of accompanies

Verb

Kara changes her tune when Krem hijacks Kara’s ship and shoots Krypto with a poison dart.

— Jennifer Ouellette, ArsTechnica, 4 July 2026
Tired of living in Cinderella’s shadow, Lilith steals the Fairy Godmother’s (Bette Midler) magic wand and hijacks the Royal Ball with her sister, Margot (Stephanie Hsu).

— Kevin Giraud, Variety, 23 June 2026

Definition of hijacks

Verb

That idea crosses over into the way an organization conducts business.

— Shep Hyken, Forbes.com, 26 July 2026
As a member of the National Animal Health Laboratory Network, which conducts surveillance and testing for animal disease outbreaks, CSU will provide support to the state if screwworm is detected here.

— Sarah Tomlinson, The Conversation, 24 July 2026