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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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The decision to close came after leadership realized just how many projects needed to get done, Whalen said.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

We have concrete plans, and concrete bunkers, to protect the new leadership.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

“Every four years, the leadership changes, Congress changes, and priorities change,” Mirmina said.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The company is cutting costs by over $200 million by fiscal 2028 and sees signs of stabilizing sales trends and leadership change.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

“Donte, it’s not just about the bout. It’s about leadership, giving respect. Patience and control.”

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes