Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

guiding light

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: Zipf frequency 3.70 in modern English

Syllables: guid-ing -light
IPA

19

Scrabble Score

12

Letters

3

Syllables

8

Unique Chars

Meaning

noun

A person who has a profound influence on others and is a source of inspiration.

noun

That which provides guidance in times of uncertainty.

Inflected Forms

guiding lights (plural)

Frequently Paired Words

beacon

Synonyms

luminary leading light notable notability

Questions

What does guiding light mean?: A person who has a profound influence on others and is a source of inspiration.

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