executive branch

noun

plural executive branches

: the branch of government that is charged with such powers as diplomatic representation, overseeing the execution of the laws, and appointment of officials and that usually has some power over legislation (as through veto) : executive compare judicial branch, legislative branch

Examples of executive branch in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Viewed as a possible 2028 presidential contender, Murphy has carved out a position as a foreign policy leader and champion of aggressive executive branch oversight. — Eric McDaniel, NPR, 1 Nov. 2026

The commission, the EU’s powerful executive branch, is unhappy too. — ABC News, 15 Oct. 2026

No, the committee is made up of executive branch appointees who report to the president. — Matt Peterson,luke Fountain, CNBC, 9 Oct. 2026

Unfortunately, despite a vast expansion of executive branch authority, Congress seems prepared to let partisan advantage trump comity, cooperation and the public’s right to know. — David Wippman, Washington Post, 5 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1779, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for executive branch

• avalanche
• blanch
• cranch
• manche
• ranch
• stanch
• tranche