Dictionary Only:
Explicit Words:

EXECUTION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Execution.

How to pronounce execution:

US

Execution - as a noun

Putting a condemned person to death

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
capital punishmentdeath penaltyexecuting19
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
corporal punishment
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of performing; of doing something successfully; using knowledge as distinguished from merely possessing it

Example: "They criticized his performance as mayor"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carrying into actioncarrying outperformance20
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
action8
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(computer science) the process of carrying out an instruction by a computer

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
instruction execution
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical processprocess11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

(law) the completion of a legal instrument (such as a contract or deed) by signing it (and perhaps sealing and delivering it) so that it becomes legally binding and enforceable

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
execution of instrument

A routine court order that attempts to enforce the judgment that has been granted to a plaintiff by authorizing a sheriff to carry it out

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
writ of execution

The act of accomplishing some aim or executing some order

Example: "The agency was created for the implementation of the policy"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
carrying outimplementation20

Example Sentences

"The execution of the project was flawless."
"The execution of the criminal took place at midnight."
"The execution of the plan was delayed due to bad weather."
"The execution of the company's new strategy led to increased profits."
"The execution of the dance routine was impressive."
View more

Word Game Points

Is EXECUTION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, execution is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

EXECUTION has a SCRABBLE points total of 18.

Is EXECUTION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, execution is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
EXECUTION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 21.

Is EXECUTION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, execution is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
EXECUTION has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.

Word Variations & Relations

A-Z Proximities

Add 1 Letter To Make These Words...

WordDB Icon
WordDB
United Kingdom
Download the WordDB app directly on your home screen for instant access. No App Store necessary, less than 1MB storage, always up-to-date and secure.
1.
Tap on share button
2.
Tap on Add To Home Screenadd button
3.
Find WordDB App Icon on your home screen