Lead and Zilch

Lead

Lead noun - The person who has the most important role in a play, movie, or TV show.

Zilch is an antonym for lead.

Nearby Words: leading, leader, leaden, leadership, leaded

Zilch

Zilch noun - A person of no importance or influence.
Usage example: a passive and retiring little zilch of a person

Lead is an antonym for zilch.

Both words in one sentence

  • The Band Minus the Face Zilch tried to go on as a performing band after the death of lead guitarist hide, but eventually finally ended their less-than-successful attempt at this with the death of bassist Paul Raven.
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