LEADER Synonyms: 112 Similar and Opposite Words

leader

noun

ˈlē-dər

as in conduit

a long hollow cylinder for carrying a substance (as a liquid or gas) the leader funnels water off of the roof and down into the cistern

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as in boss

the person (as an employer or supervisor) who tells people and especially workers what to do the team leader is good at making sure that everyone keeps busy at their assigned tasks

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as in pioneer

one that takes the lead or sets an example an architectural firm that is widely regarded as a leader in innovative residential design

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Recent Examples on the Web Games originally scheduled to be played from Nov. 1 through Nov. 14 are wiped out. 2011 — Anthony Calvillo becomes pro football’s all-time passing leader in spectacular fashion with a 50-yard TD pass to Jamel Richardson that cements the Montreal Alouettes’ 29-19 win over the Toronto Argonauts. —

Houston Mitchell, Los Angeles Times, 10 Oct. 2024 The leaders discussed ideas and opportunities to work together. —

Jessica Golden, CNBC, 10 Oct. 2024 Business leaders are quick to abhor left-wing populism, with its government giveaways to supporters, spending on boondoggle projects, and disregard for financial discipline and investor confidence. —

Roberto Stefan Foa rachel Kleinfeld, Harvard Business Review, 10 Oct. 2024 However, if those same senior leaders don't pay attention to Gen Z's views on leadership, there will be a talent and succession plan crisis in the years ahead. —

Dan Pontefract, Forbes, 28 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for leader

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