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leader

[ˈliːdər]

leader Definition

  • 1a person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country
  • 2the person or thing that is winning or most successful in a particular area

Using leader: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "leader" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She is a great leader and motivator.

  • Example

    The company's new leader has ambitious plans for growth.

  • Example

    The team's leader scored the winning goal.

  • Example

    He is the leader of the opposition party.

leader Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for leader

Antonyms for leader

Idioms Using leader

  • to take a prominent or active role in leading others

    Example

    He always leads from the front, setting an example for his team to follow.

  • to inspire or influence others through one's own actions rather than words

    Example

    She always leads by example, working hard and showing dedication to her job.

  • to assume control or responsibility for something

    Example

    He decided to take the lead on the project and delegate tasks to his team.

Phrases with leader

  • a person who has an innate ability to lead others

    Example

    Even as a child, she showed signs of being a born leader.

  • to do what someone else does or to copy someone else's actions

    Example

    The children played follow the leader, taking turns leading the group.

  • the person or thing that is the most successful or dominant in a particular group or area

    Example

    Their company is the leader of the pack in the tech industry.

Origins of leader

from Old English 'lǣdan', meaning 'to guide'

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Summary: leader in Brief

A 'leader' [ˈliːdər] is a person who guides or commands a group, organization, or country. It can also refer to the person or thing that is winning or most successful in a particular area, as in 'Their company is the leader of the pack in the tech industry.' Phrases like 'born leader' and idioms like 'lead by example' describe innate or demonstrated leadership qualities. 'Leader' has synonyms like 'chief' and 'director,' and informal terms like 'head honcho' and 'top dog.'

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