Synonyms for

Led

Verb / led / Another word for led — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Led is the past tense of the verb 'lead', which means to guide, direct, or show the way.

Synonyms & similar words

head conduct top moderate led run precede contribute follow go pass chair result lead direct take leave lightemittingdiode guide conduce extend guided directed showed conducted escorted ushered pointed directed steered piloted supervised commanded headed guided managed herded driven commanded

Synonyms by register

Formal

guided directed conducted managed

Informal

headed showed the way took charge

Literary

pioneered ushered

Antonyms

followed hindered obstructed discouraged prevented delayed

Common collocations

  • led the way
  • led to
  • led the team
  • led the charge
  • led the discussion
  • led the investigation
  • led by example

Word family

noun leader
verb lead
adjective leading
adverb leadingly

Usage note

The word 'led' is the past tense and past participle of the verb 'to lead'. Ensure correct usage in past contexts.

Example sentences

  1. My dad led me to the kitchen so I could get a snack.
  2. The tour guide led the group through the museum.
  3. The coach led the team to victory in the championship game.
  4. The teacher led the students in a song during class.
  5. The police officer led the parade.

Quotes

  • A true leader has the confidence to stand alone, the courage to make tough decisions, and the compassion to listen to the needs of others. -Douglas MacArthur
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. -Mahatma Gandhi
  • A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way. -John C. Maxwell

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