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figurehead

The word “figurehead” has 3 syllables: fig-ure-head

It's pronounced as /ˈfɪɡjərˌhɛd/

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In the thesaurus, “figurehead” has 83 synonyms and 8 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for figurehead along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for figurehead

Antonyms for figurehead

Meanings of figurehead

  • noun
    1. A carved figure on the prow of a sailing ship.
    2. (by extension) Someone in a nominal position of leadership who has no actual power; a front or front man.

Example Sentences

  • The king was only a figurehead with no real political power.
  • She served as a figurehead while the managers made all the decisions.
  • The organization’s leader is often just a figurehead.
  • He was appointed as a figurehead to attract public support.
  • In the company, the CEO acted more as a figurehead than an active manager.

On this page you'll find 91 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to figurehead, such as: administrator, baron, big cheese, big gun, bigwig, boss, boss man.

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