executiveexecutive2 adjectiveadj [only before a noun]1connected with making decisions and managing and organizing things, especially within a company or governmentSome of the members of the executive board decided to rethink the organizational culture.
When he reached the company’s retirement age of 60, he decided to give up his executive duties.
the legislative and executive functions of government
2for the use of people who have important jobs in the management of a company or businessThe Falcon 20 is one of the most versatile executive jets (=small jet planes for the use of a company’s top managers) flying in the world today.
the executive lounge at Heathrow airport
the executive dining room
3expensive and designed for people who earn a lot of moneyFor an executive car, the BMW’s depreciation is relatively low.