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

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spearheaded

What They Said: The letter was spearheaded by Rep. Judy Chu, who is a psychologist and represents a district in Southern California.

From Salon ● Aug. 12, 2026

The team is now moving forward with a lineup spearheaded by 27-year-old Slovenian superstar Luka Doncic, who posted on X that he was eager to meet the Lakers' new owners.

From Barron's ● Aug. 12, 2026

Former Chinese Premier Zhu Rongji, who spearheaded China's entry into global trade and laid the foundation for its explosive growth, has died at the age of 97.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026

Partners relied on federal, state, county and city funding and grants and sought private donations in an effort spearheaded by First 5 Solano.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 4, 2026

Consequently, there was a sweeping investigation taking place of her activities, past and present, spearheaded by FBI director J. Edgar Hoover.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady