followership
|fol-low-er-ship|
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/ˈfɑːloʊərˌʃɪp/
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/ˈfɒləʊəˌʃɪp/
supporting a leader
Etymology
Etymology Information
'followership' originates from the English word 'follow,' combined with the suffix '-ship,' which denotes a state or condition.
Historical Evolution
'follow' changed from the Old English word 'folgian' and eventually became the modern English word 'follow.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to go after or behind,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'the capacity or willingness to follow a leader.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the capacity or willingness to follow a leader.
Her followership skills were evident in how she supported the team leader.
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Last updated: 2025/02/05 15:36