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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The diplomatic effort, spearheaded by Pakistan, is immensely complex.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

A clinical bowling display spearheaded by Dani Gibson helped England beat New Zealand by seven wickets in the third T20 international to secure a 2-1 series victory.

From BBC • May 25, 2026

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

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Simmons had spearheaded the network’s Grantland sports blog, which focused on cultural commentary that is similar to what The Ringer does today.

From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026

Cyrus Field, the businessman who spearheaded the laying of the first telegraph cable under the Atlantic Ocean, had befriended the Garfields long before the shooting.

From "Ambushed!" by Gail Jarrow