lodestar
/ˈloʊd.stɑr/
noun
- A guiding principle, goal, or person that provides direction and inspiration.
- His grandfather remained his lodestar, always guiding him toward honesty.
- Justice was the lodestar of her career as a lawyer.
- For many, the idea of freedom is a lodestar that shapes their decisions.
- A star, especially the North Star, used as a guide for navigation.
- In ancient times, the lodestar was the most important star for travelers.
- The lodestar in the northern sky helped the caravan stay on course.
- Sailors relied on the lodestar to find their way across the ocean.
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