Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lead-role
noun
/liːd roʊl/
Definition
The primary position or part played by an actor in a performance or the main responsibility assumed by an individual in a particular job or project.
Examples
- She was praised for her performance in the lead role of the play.
- In our team project, he took on the lead role, coordinating all efforts.
- The movie features a young actress who lands her first lead role.
Meaning
A lead role is where an individual is the central character in a theatrical performance, film, or any creative work. In professional settings, it refers to a leadership or key position where one has significant influence and responsibility.
Synonyms
- main role
- primary part
- principal role
- key position
- dominant position
