bossship

/ˈbɒsiʃɪp, ˈbɒsɪʃɪp/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or condition of being a boss; leadership or authority.

“After achieving success in her company, she was in a position of bossship over her entire department.”

2. noun

The exercise of power or control over others.

“The politician’s bossship over the country’s economy was a topic of great debate among the citizens.”

Synonyms

  • authority
  • dominion
  • leadership

Antonyms

  • subordination
  • subservience