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leadership

n. uncountable
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈɫidɝˌʃɪp// UK //lˈiːdəʃˌɪp// lead·er·ship General-service

n. the set of skills needed to guide or manage a group of people. It also refers to the specific group of people who are in charge of an organization.

n. the action of leading a group of people or an organization, or the ability to do so. Often refers collectively to the group of individuals in charge of a corporate or political entity.


SIMPLE

Her strong leadership helped the team win the championship.

CONTEXTUAL

The company's new leadership decided to focus on sustainable energy and remote work policies.

COMPLEX

Effective leadership requires a delicate balance between decisive action and the ability to listen to the concerns of every stakeholder within the organization.

Synonyms
Origin

From leader + -ship.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the quality or act of leading; can function as a collective noun when referring to a group of leaders.

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