executive

Meaning

The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing laws.

A person with senior managerial responsibility in a business; relating to the execution of plans or laws.

Example Sentences

The executive body enforces policies.

She works as an executive in a multinational company.

Example Expressions

executive decision

Synonyms

administrator, director, manager, leader, official, head, officer, chief

Entry 1

administrator, director, manager, leader, official, head

Entry 2

manager, administrator, director, officer, chief

Antonyms

subordinate, follower, employee, worker, underling, assistant

Entry 1

subordinate, follower, employee, worker, underling, assistant

Entry 2

employee, subordinate

Collocations

executive officer, executive decision, executive position, executive power