leader
leader
Pronunciation
IPA Phonetic Spelling of "leader"
IPA: /ˈliːdərz/
Syllable Breakdown:
ˈliː
/ˈ/ - Primary stress
/l/ - Voiceless alveolar lateral liquid
/iː/ - Long close-mid front unrounded vowel
dər
/d/ - Voiced alveolar stop
/ə/ - Reduced vowel (schwa)
/r/ - Alveolar approximant
Word Form Variations
Singular: leader Plural: leaders
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Definitions, Synonyms, Antonyms
Noun
Definition: A person who guides or directs others, especially in a political, social, or religious organization.
Synonyms: chief, head, commander, boss, director
Antonyms: follower, subordinate, subordinate
Definition: A person who is ahead of others in a race or competition.
Synonyms: frontrunner, pacesetter, trailblazer
Antonyms: laggard, straggler, rearguard
Verb
Definition: To guide or direct others.
Synonyms: command, manage, control, head, govern
Antonyms: follow, obey, submit
Adjective
Definition: Having the qualities of a leader.
Synonyms: commanding, influential, authoritative, dominant
Antonyms: submissive, subordinate, dependent
Examples of Use
Books
"He was a natural leader, inspiring those around him with his vision and determination." (From "The Lord of the Rings" by J.R.R. Tolkien)
"She emerged as a strong leader, uniting the disparate factions within the party." (From "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins)
Newspapers
"World leaders gathered for the climate summit to address the pressing issue of global warming." (The New York Times)
"The company's new CEO is expected to be a visionary leader, driving innovation and growth." (The Wall Street Journal)
Online Publications
"Social media platforms have given rise to a new generation of online leaders who influence public opinion." (The Atlantic)
"The article discusses the importance of effective leadership in fostering a positive work environment." (Harvard Business Review)
Entertainment Mediums and Platforms
"The character of Captain America is a quintessential leader, embodying courage, integrity, and self-sacrifice." (Marvel Comics)
"The show's protagonist is a charismatic leader who rallies his team against a common enemy." (Netflix series "Stranger Things")
General Public Discourse
"The protesters elected a leader to represent their demands and negotiate with the government."
"The company's CEO was criticized for his lack of leadership during the crisis."
Note: These are just a few examples of how the word "leader" is used in various contexts. The term is ubiquitous in language and appears in countless other sources.
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10 Famous Quotes Using the term Leader
"The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers."
— Ralph Nader"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way."
— John C. Maxwell"Leadership is not about being in charge. It is about taking care of those in your charge."
— Simon Sinek"A great leader takes people where they don't necessarily want to go, but ought to be."
— Rosalynn Carter"A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves."
— Lao Tzu"The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things."
— Ronald Reagan"A leader is a dealer in hope."
— Napoleon Bonaparte"The art of leadership is saying no, not yes. It is very easy to say yes."
— Tony Blair"Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others."
— Jack Welch"A good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader; a great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves."
— Eleanor Roosevelt
Etymology
Leader comes from the Old English word "lædere," which meant "one who leads." This word, in turn, was derived from the verb "lædan," meaning "to lead."
So, the word "leader" has been around for a very long time, and its original meaning has remained pretty consistent over the centuries. It has always referred to someone who guides or directs others.
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Phrases + Idioms Containing the term Leader
Common Phrases
Take the lead: To be in control or command.
Follow the leader: To do what others are doing, especially without thinking for oneself.
Leader of the pack: The dominant or most powerful person in a group.
Lesser-Known Phrases
A leader among men/women: A person who is exceptionally skilled or talented in their field.
To lead the way: To show the way or set an example for others to follow.
To lead a double life: To live a secret or hidden life in addition to one's public life.
Idioms with Synonyms
To call the shots: To be in charge or make the decisions.
To set the pace: To determine the speed or tempo of something.
To be at the helm: To be in control or command.
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Source Information
Definition of leader from The Academic Glossary at Self Exploration Academy, a Urikville Press Publication. © All rights reserved.
