executive
Translation
executive, manager, director, executive (adj.)
Examples
She is a senior executive at the company.
She is a senior executive at the company.
He has executive power to make decisions.
He has executive power to make decisions.
Grammar Patterns
((an executive)) a senior manager in a business She is a senior executive at the company.
((executive)) + noun relating to managing and making decisions He has executive power to make decisions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: (noun) manager, director; (adj) administrative, managerial
Etymology
From Latin 'exsequi', meaning 'to follow up, carry out'. It shares a root with 'execute'. An executive is someone who carries out plans or laws.
Memory Tips
An 'executive' is someone who 'executes' the company's plans. Think of 'executing a task'.