executive

ex-ec-u-tive · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person with senior managerial responsibility in a business or organization.

  2. 2.

    The branch of government responsible for implementing laws and policies.

  3. 3.

    Having the power to put plans or actions into effect.

  4. 4.

    Relating to or suitable for senior managers or professionals.

Forms

plural: executives

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    chief executive — The highest-ranking person in an organization.
  • •
    executive order — A directive issued by the head of government.
  • •
    executive summary — A brief overview of a document.
  • •
    executive decision — A decision made by someone in authority.

Related words

Antonyms: employee, subordinate
See also: administrator, ceo, director, manager
Synonyms: administrator, director, manager, official

Etymology

From Medieval Latin exsecutivus, from Latin exsequi ("to follow out, execute"), from ex- ("out") + sequi ("to follow").