B2noun 1K

Leadership

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈliːdəʃɪp/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈliːdərʃɪp/"]/

Meaning of Leadership

the state or position of being a leader

In simple words: The ability to guide and manage a group of people.

Leadership in a sentence

• Effective leadership requires a clear vision and strong communication skills.
• Her leadership style is very inclusive, encouraging team participation.
• The company suffered due to poor leadership during tough times.
• With exceptional leadership, the team exceeded all their sales targets this quarter.
• Leadership is not just about giving orders, it's about inspiring others.
• He showed remarkable leadership when he organized the community event.

How to use Leadership

Use 'leadership' in professional, educational, or community contexts. It may not be used casually. Avoid using it in contexts related to personal friendships.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'lead' plus 'ship' — leading a ship through rough waters.

Related words

Collocations with Leadership

• clear
• effective
• firm
• assume
• take
• take over
• bid
• campaign
• challenge
• under somebody’s leadership
• leadership from
• leadership in
• a challenge to somebody’s leadership
• a lack of leadership
• somebody’s style of leadership
• clear
• effective
• firm
• assume
• take
• take over
• bid
• campaign
• challenge
• under somebody’s leadership
• leadership from
• leadership in
• a challenge to somebody’s leadership
• a lack of leadership
• somebody’s style of leadership
• clear
• effective
• firm
• assume
• take
• take over
• bid
• campaign
• challenge
• under somebody’s leadership
• leadership from
• leadership in
• a challenge to somebody’s leadership
• a lack of leadership
• somebody’s style of leadership

Synonyms for Leadership

• guidance
• management
• supervision
• authority
• direction

Opposites of Leadership

• followership
• subordination

Common mistakes with Leadership

• 'Leaderships' instead of 'leadership' (wrong plural form)
• 'Leaders' confused with 'leadership' (different meanings)
• 'Leadership' used in informal settings where 'guidance' or 'direction' might fit better

Frequently asked questions about Leadership

What does Leadership mean?

The ability to guide and manage a group of people.

What is the definition of Leadership?

the state or position of being a leader

How do you use Leadership in a sentence?

Effective leadership requires a clear vision and strong communication skills.

Can you give another example of Leadership?

Her leadership style is very inclusive, encouraging team participation.

What are synonyms for Leadership?

Common alternatives include guidance, management, supervision, authority, direction.

What is the opposite of Leadership?

Opposite meanings include followership, subordination.

What words go with Leadership?

It commonly pairs with clear, effective, firm, assume, take, take over, bid, campaign, challenge, under somebody’s leadership, leadership from, leadership in, a challenge to somebody’s leadership, a lack of leadership, somebody’s style of leadership, clear, effective, firm, assume, take, take over, bid, campaign, challenge, under somebody’s leadership, leadership from, leadership in, a challenge to somebody’s leadership, a lack of leadership, somebody’s style of leadership, clear, effective, firm, assume, take, take over, bid, campaign, challenge, under somebody’s leadership, leadership from, leadership in, a challenge to somebody’s leadership, a lack of leadership, somebody’s style of leadership.

What are common mistakes when using Leadership?

'Leaderships' instead of 'leadership' (wrong plural form) 'Leaders' confused with 'leadership' (different meanings) 'Leadership' used in informal settings where 'guidance' or 'direction' might fit better

How do you pronounce Leadership?

US: /["/ˈliːdərʃɪp/"]/, UK: /["/ˈliːdəʃɪp/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Leadership?

Use 'leadership' in professional, educational, or community contexts. It may not be used casually. Avoid using it in contexts related to personal friendships.

What CEFR level is Leadership?

"Leadership" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.