Executive (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

noun
  1. a person or group of persons having administrative or supervisory authority in an organization.
  2. the person or persons in whom the supreme executive power of a government is vested.
  3. the executive branch of a government.
adjective
  1. of, relating to, or suited for carrying out plans, duties, etc.: executive ability.
  2. pertaining to or charged with the execution of laws and policies or the administration of public affairs: executive appointments;executive committees.
  3. designed for, used by, or suitable for executives: an executive suite.
noun
    • a person or group responsible for the administration of a project, activity, or business
    • (as modifier)
    • the branch of government responsible for carrying out laws, decrees, etc; administration
    • any administration
adjective
  1. having the function or purpose of carrying plans, orders, laws, etc, into practical effect
  2. of, relating to, or designed for an executive
  3. of the most expensive or exclusive type
Executive (noun) Definition, Meaning & Examples

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