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executive

/ɛɡˈzɛkjʊtɪv/adjective

Relating to the management and daily decision-making of a company, government, or other organization.

Example sentences

  • “She was promoted to an executive position at the bank.”
  • “The executive committee meets every Monday to review the budget.”

As a noun it means a senior manager. An 'executive decision' is one made alone, without consulting anyone; the phrase is often used jokingly.

Synonyms for executive

  • managerial
  • administrative

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