Headship and Leadership

Headship

Headship noun - The duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control.
Usage example: while he was in the hospital, the CEO had his most trusted lieutenant assume temporary headship of the firm
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Synonyms for Headship

Leadership is a synonym for headship. In some cases you can use "Leadership" instead a noun "Headship".

Nearby Word: head

Leadership

Leadership noun - The status of a leader.
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Synonyms for Leadership

Headship is a synonym for leadership in authority topic. You can use "Headship" instead a noun "Leadership".

Nearby Words: lead, leading, leader
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