<p><strong>Verb</strong></p><ul><li>guided</li><li>guiding</li><li>to assist (a person) to travel through, or reach a destination in, an unfamiliar area, as by accompanying or giving directions to the person: He guided us through the forest</li><li>to accompany (a sightseer) to show points of interest and to explain their meaning or significance</li><li>to force (a person, object, or animal) to move in a certain path</li><li>to supply (a person) with advice or counsel, as in practical or spiritual affairs</li><li>to supervise (someone's actions or affairs) in an advisory capacity</li></ul><p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a person who guides, especially one hired to guide travelers, tourists, hunters, etc.</li><li>a mark, tab, or the like, to catch the eye and thus provide quick reference</li><li>a guidebook: a book, pamphlet, etc., giving information, instructions, or advice; handbook: an investment guide</li><li>a guidepost: a device that regulates or directs progressive motion or action; a sewing-machine guide</li><li>a spirit believed to direct the utterances of a medium</li><li>Military: a member of a group marching in formation who sets the pattern of movement or alignment for the rest</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms</strong></p><ul><li>escort</li><li>steer</li><li>pilot</li><li>rule</li><li>govern</li><li>manage</li><li>regulate</li><li>conductor</li><li>director</li></ul><p><strong>Synonyms (for Noun)</strong></p><ul><li>clue</li><li>key</li><li>indication</li><li>signal</li><li>sign</li></ul>