Execute

/ˈɛksɪkjuːt/

Meaning & Definition

verb

to carry out or put into effect (a plan, order, or course of action)

The team needs to execute the marketing plan by the end of the month.

to perform a task or action, especially according to a specific method or procedure

She was able to execute the dance routine flawlessly.

to put to death (a criminal sentence)

The state decided to execute the convicted murderer after all appeals were exhausted.

to make a document valid by signing it

Please make sure to execute the contract before the deadline.

From Latin 'executus', past participle of 'exsequi', meaning 'to follow out'.

execute a plan

To carry out a strategy or detailed procedure.

execute an order

To follow and complete a command given by someone.

execute with precision

To carry out a task exactly as required, with no errors.

execute a task

To complete a specific responsibility or job.

execute in style

To perform a task in an impressive or skillful manner.

execution

The act of carrying out or enforcing a plan or command.

executive

A person with senior management responsibility in an organization.

executor

A person appointed to carry out the terms of a will.

To succeed greatly in a particularly challenging action.

He totally executed that trick on his skateboard!

To handle or manage something very well.

She executed the event planning like a pro.