leadership

[lee-der-ship] / ˈli dərˌʃɪp /

NOUN

act or instance of leading

Synonyms

STRONGEST

captaincy captainship care coaching direction encouragement guardianship guidance initiative lead navigation overseeing pilotage piloting shepherding steering stewardship superintendence superintendency supervision tutelage

STRONG

administration directorship generalship governance government influence management running sway

WEAK

authority command control domination dominion power reign rule

Antonyms

STRONGEST

subordination

STRONG

deference obedience submission subservience

WEAK

impotence

Example Sentences

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Nike is currently testing out new stores in the region and is trying to clear out older products, and it has brought in new leadership for its business there.

From MarketWatch

There was an active attempt and pursuit of putting people of color in leadership roles.

From Los Angeles Times

He especially praised Powell’s leadership during the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, in which the Fed stepped in to cut rates quickly, keep credit flowing, and shore up the financial system.

From Barron's

The company, which turns 50 on April 1, could soon see a leadership shake-up if CEO Tim Cook, 65, steps down.

From MarketWatch

It has been investing big in cities where it has found business-friendly leadership, including Detroit and San Francisco.

From The Wall Street Journal

leadership

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