execute

//ˈɛksɪˌkjuːt//
B2Frequency Level 8Formal
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Verb

executeInfinitive
executePresent tense
executedPast tense
executedPast participle
executingPresent participle
executesThird-person singular
1

To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.

The team executed the plan perfectly.

2

To perform or accomplish a task, duty, or action skillfully.

The team executed the plan flawlessly.

3

To put to death as a legal punishment.

The prisoner was executed for his crimes.

4

To run a computer program or process.

Click the button to execute the program.

5

To make a legal document valid by signing or sealing it.

Both parties must execute the contract before it becomes legally binding.