<p><strong>Noun</strong></p><ul><li>a person or group of persons having administrative or supervisory authority in an organization</li><li>the person or persons in whom the supreme executive power of a government is vested</li><li>the executive branch of a government</li></ul><p><strong>Adjective</strong></p><ul><li>of, relating to, or suited for carrying out plans, duties, etc.: executive ability</li><li>pertaining to or charged with the execution of laws and policies or the administration of public affairs: executive committees</li><li>executive appointments; executive committees</li><li>designed for, used by, or suitable for executives: an executive suite</li></ul>