executive body

[/ɪɡˈzɛkjətɪv ˈbɑdi/]
nounpl: executive bodies
órgão executivo
1. A group or organization responsible for implementing and enforcing laws, policies, and decisions within a government, company, or institution
The executive body of the company made the decision to expand operations internationally.
O órgão executivo da empresa tomou a decisão de expandir as operações internacionalmente.
2. The branch of government that enforces laws and implements policies decided by the legislative branch
The executive body is headed by the President and includes various cabinet departments.
O órgão executivo é chefiado pelo Presidente e inclui vários departamentos do gabinete.
3. A board or committee with administrative and decision-making authority
The executive body of the nonprofit organization consists of five members.
O órgão executivo da organização sem fins lucrativos é composto por cinco membros.
In Brazil, 'órgão executivo' or 'poder executivo' is a fundamental term in discussions of government structure and corporate governance. The executive body concept is crucial to understanding both governmental operations and corporate hierarchies in Brazilian and Portuguese-speaking business contexts. In the USA, this term is essential in civics education and understanding the separation of powers.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
executive branchexecutive poweradministrationmanagement bodygoverning body
Antonyms / Antônimos
legislative bodyjudicial body

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
órgão executivo
Standard formal term used in legal and governmental contexts
Brazil
poder executivo
Alternative term specifically referring to the executive branch of government
São Paulo
órgão executivo
Commonly used in corporate and business settings
Portugal
órgão executivo
Same formal terminology as Brazilian Portuguese in governmental contexts

Related Words

executiveexecutive officerexecutive committeeexecutive directoradministrationgovernance

Related Idioms & Phrases

the executive body takes action
executive body decision
under the executive body's authority
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