Word: Leadership

Pronunciation

/ˈliːdərʃɪp/

Definitions

Noun: The ability or skill to lead a group of people or an organization, typically involving setting direction, inspiring and motivating others, and making decisions. It also refers to the position or role of a leader within a group.

Example sentences:

• The company’s success can be attributed to strong and effective leadership.
• She demonstrated impressive leadership qualities during her tenure as CEO.
• He was selected for the position due to his natural leadership.

Phrases

• Leadership skills: The set of abilities that enable a person to guide, motivate, and manage others effectively.
  • “Developing your leadership skills is essential for career advancement.”
• Leadership team: A group of individuals who hold key positions and have decision-making authority in an organization.
  • “The new project will be led by our top-notch leadership team.”
• Transformational leadership: A style of leadership that inspires and motivates followers to achieve extraordinary outcomes by changing their expectations, perceptions, and values.
  • “Her transformational leadership helped turn around the struggling business.”

Synonyms

• Direction
• Guidance
• Management
• Control
• Authority
• Command
• Administration
• Supervision
• Governance
• Conduct
• Mentorship
• Influence

Antonyms

• Followership
• Subordination
• Insubordination
• Mismanagement

Related Words & Phrases

• Leader
• Leading
• Lead
• Executive
• Captaincy
• Headship
• Commandership
• Stewardship
• Visionary guidance