/ˈɛɡ.zɪ.kʌ.tɪv/ EX-uh-kut-iv

Definitions

1. noun

a person in a high position of authority or responsibility in an organization, company, or government

“The CEO was an influential executive in the industry.”

2. adjective

of or relating to the management or direction of an organization, company, or government

“The executive branch of the government is responsible for making laws.”