Clues for the word "EXECUTE"

We've had 35 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 82 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Daily Cryptic crossword on January 14, 2026.

Definition of execute

v. t. - To follow out or through to the end; to carry out into complete effect; to complete; to finish; to effect; to perform.
v. t. - To complete, as a legal instrument; to perform what is required to give validity to, as by signing and perhaps sealing and delivering; as, to execute a deed, lease, mortgage, will, etc.
v. t. - To give effect to; to do what is provided or required by; to perform the requirements or stimulations of; as, to execute a decree, judgment, writ, or process.
v. t. - To infect capital punishment on; to put to death in conformity to a legal sentence; as, to execute a traitor.
v. t. - Too put to death illegally; to kill.
v. t. - To perform, as a piece of music, either on an instrument or with the voice; as, to execute a difficult part brilliantly.
v. i. - To do one's work; to act one's part of purpose.
v. i. - To perform musically.