Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

rudderless

Adjective
/ˈrʌd.ər.ləs/
Definition
A state of lacking direction or guidance, especially in a metaphorical sense.
Examples
  • After the sudden change in leadership, the company felt rudderless, struggling to find its way forward.
  • He felt rudderless in his career, uncertain of what steps to take next.
  • The organization was rudderless, lacking a cohesive vision to achieve its goals.
Meaning
When someone or something is described as rudderless, it means they are aimlessly drifting without a clear path or purpose.
Synonyms
  • Directionless
  • Adrift
  • Aimless
  • Lost
  • Unfocused