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Rudderless

usgb/ˈrʌdərləs/Volume
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Leadership Context

Use 'rudderless' to describe a situation where leadership is absent or ineffective.

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After the CEO retired, the company felt rudderless.
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Emotional Tone

'Rudderless' often implies a sense of anxiety or concern about lack of direction.

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He wandered the streets, rudderless and confused, after losing his job.
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Negative Connotation

The word 'rudderless' carries a negative tone, suggesting problems and instability.

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The rudderless school administration struggled to address the students' needs.
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