leitend
Translation
leading, managing, senior, conductive
Examples
Er sprach mit dem leitenden Angestellten.
He spoke with the senior employee.
Kupfer ist ein gut leitendes Material.
Copper is a good conductive material.
Grammar Patterns
((leitend)) + Noun (position) eine leitende Position
((leitend)) + Noun (physics) ein leitendes Material
Similar Words
Synonyms: leading, responsible; Antonyms: subordinate (untergeordnet), insulating (isolierend)
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'leiten' (to lead, guide, conduct).
Memory Tips
'leiten' is similar to 'to lead'. Think of 'leading' a team or 'leading' electricity (conducting) to remember its two main meanings.