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

After the CEO retired, the company felt rudderless.
Emotional Tone
'Rudderless' often implies a sense of anxiety or concern about lack of direction.

He wandered the streets, rudderless and confused, after losing his job.
Negative Connotation
The word 'rudderless' carries a negative tone, suggesting problems and instability.

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