: the executive with the chief decision-making authority in an organization or business

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In fact, only with IndieWire’s inquiry weeks later did CEO Phillip Moyer learn there was a problem. Chris O'Falt, IndieWire, 22 Dec. 2025 The robotics expert is a possible successor to CEO Mary Barra, 64, the paper says. Geoff Colvin, Fortune, 22 Dec. 2025 In October, Colbert jokingly celebrated National Boss' Day with a tribute to Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison. Julia Moore, PEOPLE, 22 Dec. 2025 London currently serves as the organization’s president and CEO. Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 22 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for CEO

Word History

Etymology

chief executive officer

First Known Use

1914, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of CEO was in 1914

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“CEO.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/CEO. Accessed 23 Dec. 2025.

Kids Definition

: the executive with the chief decision-making power in an organization or business
Etymology

chief executive officer

Legal Definition

CEO

noun
: the executive with the chief decision-making authority in an organization or business
Etymology

chief executive officer

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