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Synonyms & Similar Words
director
leader
instructor
mentor
tutor
coach
advisor
counselor
pilot
navigator
conductor
escort
attendant
chaperone
usher
companion
associate
partner
ally
assistant
aide
associate
colleague
expert
specialist
authority
guru
master
professional
consultant
confidant
friend
helper
supporter
influencer
Meaning of Guide
According to Merriam-Webster, a guide is a person who leads or directs another, a person who gives advice or instruction, or a thing that serves to direct or inform
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines a guide as a person who shows the way to others, especially in a place they do not know, or a person who gives advice or instruction on a particular subject
- The Cambridge Dictionary defines a guide as a person who shows people around a place, or a book, map, or other thing that gives information and advice
Example Uses
- The tour guide showed us around the city, pointing out famous landmarks and sharing interesting facts about its history
- She hired a career guide to help her find a new job and develop a professional online presence
- The travel guide book provided detailed information about the best places to visit, eat, and stay in the area
- He worked as a guide at the museum, giving tours and answering visitors' questions about the exhibits
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
follower
imitator
apprentice
novice
amateur
beginner
pupil
student
learner
ignoramus
fool
idiot
incompetent
inept
novice
amateur
dilettante
dabbler
charlatan
deceiver
misleader
cheat
swindler