Standard Synonyms
Slang Synonyms
Top dog
Head honcho
Big cheese
Boss man
Academic Synonyms
Head Guide Coach Mentor Instructional leader Program director Supervisor Principal Department chair Committee chair
Old English Synonyms
Regional Synonyms
Chief
Commander
Director
Head
Supervisor
Industry-specific Synonyms
Head
Boss
Administrator
Supervisor
Chairman
Executive
Captain
Antonyms
Molecule
Atom
Grain
Pebble
Particle
Meaning
A leader is a person who is in a position of authority, and who is able to influence and inspire others.
Definition
A leader is a person who guides, motivates, and sets an example for others. Leaders are typically respected and looked up to by those who follow them.
Example Sentences
She is a natural leader.
He has always been a leader in his community.
She is a born leader.
She became a leader in her field.
He is a respected leader in his field.