leading
lead-ing
adjective
Most important, prominent, or successful among a group or field.
"She holds a leading position in the firm."
verb
Being in front, guiding, or directing a group or activity.
"He is leading the expedition through the jungle."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: leadership, lead, in the lead, up, ahead, guiding, directing, directive, directional
Antonyms: following