Ringleader (Noun)
Meaning
A person who leads (especially in illicit activities).
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The notorious ringleader of the gang was finally apprehended by the authorities after a long investigation.
- The police had been tracking the ringleader of the human trafficking ring for months before making the arrest.
- The ringleader of the group of protesters was charged with inciting a riot and resisting arrest.
- The FBI identified the ringleader of the cybercrime operation and shut down the entire network.
- The ringleader of the crew that pulled off the daring heist was a charismatic and calculating individual.