spearheaded

[speer-hed-id] / ˈspɪərˌhɛd ɪd /

VERB

lead, start

Synonyms

STRONGEST

initiate launch prompt spur

STRONG

bring cause direct guide head helm influence introduce motivate move originate persuade pioneer produce quarterback shepherd

WEAK

bring on get the jump on go out in front run things trail-blaze

Antonyms

STRONGEST

end finish stop

STRONG

discourage dissuade leave misguide mislead neglect result

Example Sentences

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Last year, federal spending cuts spearheaded by the Department of Government Efficiency, or DOGE, spooked investors.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Evans was instrumental in the decision to shift the team away from the previously announced production of “Arabian Nights,” a project once spearheaded by Baker, who died in 2014.

From Los Angeles Times • May 20, 2026

A model spearheaded by ex-Goldman Sachs banker Byron Trott fills the career-guidance void in many rural schools.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The Red Roses have lined up another Grand Slam decider against France next week thanks to Saturday's 61-33 victory over Italy, a win spearheaded by Packer's four tries.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

As part of their expedition in 1990, Rob Hall and Gary Ball spearheaded an effort that removed five tons of garbage from Base Camp.

From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer