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How do you spell Executive?

Correct spelling

executive

EXECUT + IVE. Think: execute.

Why is executive spelled this way?

From Latin exsequi, to follow out or carry out. An executive carries out decisions — the word describes the function of executing plans and policies.

Common misspellings of executive

executveexecativeexecutivexucutive

Example

The executive made the decision.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell executive?+
The correct spelling is "executive". EXECUT + IVE. Think: execute.
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