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 players' campaign, which began in late 2025, is being spearheaded by former WTA chairman and chief executive Larry Scott.

From BBC • May 20, 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

The campaign was spearheaded by leadership from companies like Sound Talent Group, a large booking agency.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 11, 2026

The party's first leader, Keir Hardie, represented a constituency in the country's industrial South Valleys, while Welshman Aneurin Bevan spearheaded the founding of the NHS in 1948.

From Barron's • May 4, 2026

It was the first of a lengthy list of philanthropic projects he spearheaded.

From "Seabiscuit: An American Legend" by Laura Hillenbrand