C1noun 2K

Execution

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/

Meaning of Execution

the act of killing somebody, especially as a legal punishment

In simple words: The act of doing something, especially in a planned way.

Execution in a sentence

• The execution of the project took longer than expected due to unforeseen challenges.
• Successful execution of the plan requires careful coordination among all team members.
• The execution of the code on the computer resulted in an error message.
• The software's execution speed is crucial for user satisfaction.
• The court ordered the execution of the death sentence after the final appeal was denied.
• The execution of the condemned prisoner was carried out at dawn.

How to use Execution

Use 'execution' in contexts related to carrying out plans or orders, especially in formal or legal situations. Avoid in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

execution + of + action

Memory hint

Think of 'exec'-ution as 'executing' a plan.

Related words

Collocations with Execution

• public
• mass
• judicial
• order
• face
• await
• go ahead
• take place
• execution by
• a stay of execution
• effective
• successful
• proper
• delay
• stay
• suspend
• the execution of your duty
• effective
• successful
• proper
• delay
• stay
• suspend
• the execution of your duty

Synonyms for Execution

• implementation
• performance
• carrying out
• fulfillment

Opposites of Execution

• inaction
• failure
• neglect

Common mistakes with Execution

• Confused with 'executive' which refers to a person in a decision-making role.
• Used in the wrong context, e.g., 'execution of a task' instead of 'execution in a legal sense'.

Frequently asked questions about Execution

What does Execution mean?

The act of doing something, especially in a planned way.

What is the definition of Execution?

the act of killing somebody, especially as a legal punishment

How do you use Execution in a sentence?

The execution of the project took longer than expected due to unforeseen challenges.

Can you give another example of Execution?

Successful execution of the plan requires careful coordination among all team members.

What are synonyms for Execution?

Common alternatives include implementation, performance, carrying out, fulfillment.

What is the opposite of Execution?

Opposite meanings include inaction, failure, neglect.

What words go with Execution?

It commonly pairs with public, mass, judicial, order, face, await, go ahead, take place, execution by, a stay of execution, effective, successful, proper, delay, stay, suspend, the execution of your duty, effective, successful, proper, delay, stay, suspend, the execution of your duty.

What are common mistakes when using Execution?

Confused with 'executive' which refers to a person in a decision-making role. Used in the wrong context, e.g., 'execution of a task' instead of 'execution in a legal sense'.

How do you pronounce Execution?

US: /["/ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌeksɪˈkjuːʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Execution?

Use 'execution' in contexts related to carrying out plans or orders, especially in formal or legal situations. Avoid in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Execution?

"Execution" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.