leader
English meaning: Leader
Definition
A leader is a person who guides, commands, or influences a group, organization, or country.
Example
“A good leader listens carefully to the team before making any major decision about the future.”
Another example: “As team leader, he was responsible for keeping everyone motivated.”
Usage — When, Where & How
A person who guides, commands or influences a group, organization or country. Everyday and formal register. Common in politics, business and general usage. In UK newspapers, a "leader" is also an editorial. Plural "leaders".
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
From Old English 'lædan' (to lead, guide), related to 'lithan' (to travel).
Related Words
- opposition
- caucus
- faction
- party
- democrats
- liberal
- labour
- leadership
- coalition
- gang
- parliamentary
- deputy
Common Collocations
- world leader
- political leader
- strong leader
- team leader
- born leader
Word Forms
lead (v); led; leading; leader (n); leadership (n)
Word Tools
Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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