executive

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ɪɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv/ or /ɛɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv/

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Adjective

Positive executive

Comparative more executive

Superlative most executive

1. Designed for execution, or carrying into effect.

Noun

Singular executive

Plural executives

1. A name for the head officer or administrator, especially one who can make important decisions.

   The executive of the company was criticized for his poor management.

2. The part of government that enforces laws and judicial decisions, and is in charge of running of the state.

   The President is the chief executive of the United States government.

Related words

• chief executive
• chief executive officer, CEO
• executive order
• executive producer