leaders

word · lemma: leader

/ˈɫidɝz/
LEE-durz
/lˈiːdəz/
LEE-duhz

Definition

People who guide, manage, or influence a group, organization, or country. They are often responsible for making decisions and helping others move toward a goal.

Usage & Nuances

Usually refers to people in positions of authority, but it can also mean people others naturally follow. Common collocations: 'political leaders', 'team leaders', 'community leaders', 'world leaders'. Do not confuse it with only formal power; someone can be a leader without an official title.

Example Sentences

The leaders of the club meet every Friday.

basic

Good leaders listen to their teams.

basic

Many countries have new leaders this year.

basic

Our leaders need to be honest about the problem.

natural

People remember leaders who stay calm in a crisis.

natural

Not all leaders are loud; some lead by example.

natural