1. relating to the management of a business or organization
2. relating to the branch of government that enforces laws

1. a person in a senior position in a business or organization who makes important decisions
2. the branch of government responsible for carrying out and enforcing laws

Examples

• The company executive made the final decision about the merger.
• She works as a senior executive at a technology firm.
• The executive branch includes the president and cabinet members.
• He attended an executive meeting with the board of directors.
• The executive committee will review the budget proposal.
• Executive powers are separate from legislative powers.
• The new executive assistant handles scheduling for the CEO.