executive

Definition

  • noun: a person who manages or directs other people in a company or organization
  • adjective: of or relating to the 'execution' of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs

Examples

  • The television network's 'executives' decided not to air the controversial show.

  • In the U.S., the President is the head of the 'executive branch' of government.

  • She will remain with the company as 'nonexecutive' chairman after she retires.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I like to keep things interesting. - Welcome to New York. - Thank you. You're not exactly what comes to mind when you think headhunter. Yeah, I prefer "executive recruiter." Headhunter sounds a little creepy. You did stalk me for six months. Kind of creepy. Here, here, here, I'll take it. (..)
    2011 Friends with Benefits