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execution

[/ˌɛksɪˈkjuːʃən/]
nounfemininepl: executions / execuções
execução
1. The carrying out or performance of a task, plan, or action
The execution of the project was completed on time.
A execução do projeto foi concluída no prazo.
2. The act of carrying out a death sentence; capital punishment
The execution was scheduled for dawn.
A execução estava marcada para o amanhecer.
3. The manner or style in which something is performed or made
The execution of the painting showed great skill.
A execução da pintura demonstrou grande habilidade.
4. In law, the enforcement of a judgment or legal order
The execution of the court order was mandatory.
A execução da sentença judicial era obrigatória.
Synonyms
implementationperformancecarrying outaccomplishmentfulfillment
Antonyms
failureneglectabandonmentsuspension

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
execução
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
execução
Standard usage; also 'cumprimento' for execution of orders
São Paulo
execução
Common in legal and business contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

execution of duties
method of execution
in the execution of one's duties
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