LEADERSHIP Definition & Meaning

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leadership

[ lee-der-ship ]

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noun

the position or function of a leader, a person who guides or directs a group:
He managed to maintain his leadership of the party despite heavy opposition.
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ability to lead:
As early as sixth grade she displayed remarkable leadership potential.
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an act or instance of leading; guidance; direction:
They prospered under his strong leadership.
the leaders of a group:
The union leadership agreed to arbitrate.

leadership

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noun

the position or function of a leader
the period during which a person occupies the position of leader
during her leadership very little was achieved
1. the ability to lead
2. ( as modifier )
  leadership qualities
the leaders as a group of a party, union, etc
the union leadership is now very reactionary

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of leadership¹

First recorded in 1815–25; leader + -ship

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He said the problem stemmed from a lack of leadership and that by providing strong leadership and vision he would eliminate the need for deputies to joint the controversial groups.

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“If they had, it would be impossible to roll back. For example, imagine if companies tried to roll back white male leadership. Impossible.”

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I wouldn't look for leadership from economic elites or even political elites at this point.

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This bullish leadership led him to make a strategic miscalculation – he overlooked the need to be liked by voters.

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The text appeared to have been sent by the group's leadership.

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