Meaning of the word leader in English

What does leader mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

leader

US /ˈliː.dɚ/

UK /ˈliː.dɚ/

the person who leads or commands a group, organization, or country

Example:

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The team's leader motivated everyone to work harder.

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She was elected as the new party leader.

Synonym:

chief head commander director manager

a person or thing that is the best or most successful in a particular field

Example:

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This company is a market leader in renewable energy.

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He's considered a thought leader in his industry.

Synonym:

frontrunner pacesetter pioneer innovator

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