having no leader; not led by a leader.

the condition of (a team, people, army, etc.) not having a leader.

that settles or can settle a dispute, question, etc.; conclusive; decisive.

determining or closely affecting what comes next; critically important; crucial; decisive.

having the quality of decision; showing determination or firmness.

that which decides something finally.

a man who settles disputes.

a man whose decision is critically important.