leadership

Universal Words noun 1 [U] the state or position of being a leader: a leadership contest * The party thrived under his leadership. * Who will take over the leadership of the club? 2 [U] the ability to be a leader or the qualities a good leader should have: leadership qualities / skills * Strong leadership is needed to captain the team. * Many in the party have criticized his lack of leadership. 3 [C+sing./pl.v.] a group of leaders of a particular organization, etc: The party leadership is / are divided.