Executive
/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv/
Definitions
- (n.) An individual who has the authority to implement policies and manage operations in an organization or government.
The company's executive decided to increase the budget for marketing.
- (adj.) Relating to the execution or administration of laws and policies.
The executive branch is responsible for enforcing legislation.
Forms
- executives
Related terms
Commentary
Use 'executive' to denote both the role and function in governance or corporate contexts; clarify with context to distinguish noun from adjective usage.
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