nonexecutive

ex·ec·u·tive

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Definitions of nonexecutive word

noun nonexecutive a person or group of persons having administrative or supervisory authority in an organization. 1
noun nonexecutive the person or persons in whom the supreme executive power of a government is vested. 1
noun nonexecutive the executive branch of a government. 1
adjective nonexecutive of, relating to, or suited for carrying out plans, duties, etc.: executive ability. 1
adjective nonexecutive pertaining to or charged with the execution of laws and policies or the administration of public affairs: executive appointments; executive committees. 1
adjective nonexecutive designed for, used by, or suitable for executives: an executive suite. 1

before 1400

One of the 24% oldest English words

1400-50; late Middle English < Medieval Latin execūtīvus, equivalent to Latin execūt(us) (past participle of ex(s)equī; see execute) + -īvus -ive

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 95% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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