executive
UK: ɪɡˈzekjʊtɪv | US: ɪɡˈzekjətɪv
n. 1. A person with senior managerial authority in an organization.
n. 2. The branch of government responsible for implementing laws (e.g., the executive branch).
adj. 1. Relating to the execution or management of plans, decisions, or policies.
The word "executive" derives from Latin exsequi ("to follow out" or "carry out"), combining ex- (out) + sequi (to follow). The root ecut (from sequi) evolved into "execute," reflecting the idea of "carrying out" duties. The suffix -ive forms an adjective or noun denoting agency. Over time, "executive" came to signify leadership roles focused on implementing decisions.
The company's executive team approved the new strategy.
The President heads the executive branch of the U.S. government.
She holds an executive position at a tech firm.
Executive decisions often require quick judgment.
The board appointed a new executive director.