executive — a person in a senior managerial position in a business organization
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a person in a senior managerial position in a business organization
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪɡˈzekjətɪv/
Example Sentences
- The executive's coffee addiction was so severe that the company installed a personal barista in his office.
- She climbed the corporate ladder from intern to executive in just five years.
- The executive order was signed during the emergency session.
executive
NOUN[/ɪɡˈzekjətɪv/]
a person in a senior managerial position in a business organization
The executive signs the merger deal while the whole boardroom holds its breath.
The executive works with the detective, staying protective!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'exsequi' meaning 'to follow out' or 'to carry out', combined with the suffix '-ive' meaning 'tending to' or 'characterized by'. The word evolved through Old French before entering English in the 15th century.
Breakdown
ex- (out) + sequ (follow) + -ive (tending to) = executive (one who carries out or follows through)
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📝Examples
“The executive's coffee addiction was so severe that the company installed a personal barista in his office.”
“She climbed the corporate ladder from intern to executive in just five years.”
“The executive order was signed during the emergency session.”
“His executive assistant knew his schedule better than his own wife did.”
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