Figurehead(noun)

A person who holds an important position but has little real power or authority.
Hindi meaning:नाममात्र का प्रमुख
Synonyms: Nominal Leader, Puppet, Token, Front
Antonyms: Authority, Commander, Decision-maker, Ruler
Example: The president was merely a figurehead, while the ministers exercised real power.
Trick to remember: A figurehead has the title on the head but no real power in the hands.
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