Leadership — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈlē-dər-ˌship/ lead·er·ship

Meaning & Definition of Leadership

Leadership (noun)

  1. the office or position of a leader
  2. capacity to lead
  3. the act or an instance of leading

Origin & Etymology of Leadership

First known use: 1765

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Leadership

Words & Phrases Containing Leadership

Frequently Asked Questions about Leadership

What does "Leadership" mean?

"Leadership" means the office or position of a leader. As a noun, it is defined as: the office or position of a leader. It has 3 distinct senses.

Is "Leadership" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Leadership" is a noun.

Is "Leadership" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Leadership" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Leadership"?

"Leadership" is pronounced /ˈlē-dər-ˌship/ and divided into syllables as lead·er·ship.

What is the origin of the word "Leadership"?

First known use: 1765.

What CEFR level is "Leadership"?

"Leadership" is a B1-level word in SophDict's CEFR vocabulary lists, which group English words from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

What topics is "Leadership" used in?

"Leadership" is commonly used in topics such as Work & Jobs.