Basic Details
Word: Execute
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To carry out or put into effect a plan, order, or course of action.
Synonyms: Implement, perform, carry out, accomplish
Antonyms: Neglect, abandon, ignore, fail
Idioms and Phrases
- Execute to perfection: To carry out a task flawlessly. Example: "The dancers executed the routine to perfection."
- Well executed: Something done skillfully and effectively. Example: "That was a well-executed marketing campaign."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The officer was instructed to execute the rescue mission without delay.
Example 2: She executed the painting with incredible detail and precision.
Example 3: The chef executed the recipe exactly as written, and the dish turned out perfect.
Fun Fact
The word "execute" comes from the Latin *exsequi*, meaning "to follow out." Over time, it evolved to mean completing or carrying out tasks, and in legal contexts, even to carry out a sentence or judgment.
Famous Quote
"Ideas are easy. It's the execution of ideas that really separates the sheep from the goats." Sue Grafton
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "execute" mean?
a) To think about something
b) To carry out or perform something
c) To ignore instructions
d) To write a letter
Answer: b) To carry out or perform something
2. Which of these is a synonym of "execute"?
a) Fail
b) Forget
c) Implement
d) Cancel
Answer: c) Implement
3. Which is an antonym of "execute"?
a) Complete
b) Ignore
c) Perform
d) Implement
Answer: b) Ignore
4. Which sentence uses "execute" correctly?
a) He executed the breakfast quickly.
b) They will execute the plan after lunch.
c) She execute the homework yesterday.
d) Execute is a type of fruit.
Answer: b) They will execute the plan after lunch.
5. What does the phrase "executed to perfection" mean?
a) Completed quickly
b) Done poorly
c) Carried out flawlessly
d) Ignored completely
Answer: c) Carried out flawlessly
