guided

[ gahy-did ]

adjective

1. accompanied by a guide:

   a guided tour.

2. supervised or controlled:

   a guided beam.

Other Words From

• self-guided adjective
• un·guided adjective
• un·guided·ly adverb
• well-guided adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of guided¹

First recorded in 1905–10; guide + -ed ²

Example Sentences

Both Ukrainian and Russian forces have used artillery and guided missiles extensively, to prevent enemy forces advancing and to attack supply depots and command centres.

From BBC

The embarrassing loss will leave the position of head coach Warren Gatland under scrutiny as he guided his side to a record 11th consecutive international defeat.

From BBC

It's a common sight -- ants marching in an orderly line over and around obstacles from their nest to a food source, guided by scent trails left by scouts marking the find.

From Science Daily

For some, their faith has guided them to precisely the opposite impression of Trump.

From BBC

"It's remarkable that these effects were strongest for cochlear implant users, perhaps because shape-based nouns guided their word learning after implants gave them access to hearing."

From Science Daily

Related Words

• fulfilled
• managed
• negotiated
• regulated