Definition

Not having a person in charge or someone to guide or direct.

Example

The team was leaderless after their captain left the organization.

Conversation

I heard the team is currently leaderless after the coach left.

Really? That must be tough for the players.

Yeah, it's hard to stay motivated when there’s no clear direction.

I can imagine. They need someone to step up soon.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leaderless → It is formed from "leader" (from Old English "lædere", meaning one who leads) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "leaderless" means without a leader or lacking someone to guide or direct.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'without' ('-less') someone who 'leads' ('lædere') — that's why leaderless means lacking a leader.

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