noun
role
ROHL/rəʊl/
An assigned part played within a larger activity.
The actor plays the role of a king on the theater stage.
Etymology
A rôle was literally the paper roll bearing an actor’s part. That written part supplied an image for the character, position, or function someone takes in life.
In context
is the fact that i am not afraid to make difficult and tough decisions that are in the best interests of the organization basically everything i do within this leadership role
More examples
- Her new role includes training employees and managing the schedule.
- Sleep plays an important role in keeping us healthy.
- He plays the role of a detective in the show.
Forms
role · roles
Similar words
- function
- Emphasizes what someone or something does within a system.
- responsibility
- Emphasizes a duty someone is expected to fulfill.
- part
- Can mean someone's contribution without suggesting a defined position.