Synonyms of lead off

Verb

1. lead off, lead astray, corrupt, pervert, subvert, demoralize, demoralise, debauch, debase, profane, vitiate, deprave, misdirect

usage: teach immoral behavior to; "It was common practice to lead off the young ones, and teach them bad habits"

2. begin, lead off, start, commence

usage: set in motion, cause to start; "The U.S. started a war in the Middle East"; "The Iraqis began hostilities"; "begin a new chapter in your life"