lead
/lid/
Also a noun
Meaning
To guide, direct, or show the way by going in front.
The guide will lead the hikers through the narrow mountain pass safely.
To hold the top or commanding position in a contest, organization, or hierarchy.
Our team managed to lead the division for three consecutive months.
A position of advantage or the amount by which someone is ahead.
She held a commanding lead throughout the final lap of the race.
How it's used
When this means “guide someone”
- lead the group
“lead them.”
She volunteered to lead the tour through the museum.
When this means “result in a specific outcome”
- lead to confusion
“lead to it.”
Poor communication will inevitably lead to costly mistakes.
Collocations
- lead the way
- lead by example
- commanding lead
- take the lead
- lead to problems
- narrow lead
Antonyms
Idioms
lead someone on
to deceive someone into false expectations
He had no intention of marrying her and was just leading her on.
lead someone by the nose
to completely control or dominate someone
The corrupt advisor led the inexperienced executive by the nose.