Implement: meaning, definitions and examples

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implement

 

[ ˈɪmplɪmənt ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

in programming

To put into effect or execute according to a plan. To make a concrete action based on a concept or idea.

Synonyms

apply, enact, execute

Examples of usage

  • The team will implement the new software next week.
  • It is crucial to implement the changes as soon as possible.
Context #2 | Verb

in a strategy

To apply or carry out a plan or policy. To bring a plan or idea into action.

Synonyms

apply, enforce, execute

Examples of usage

  • The company decided to implement a new marketing strategy.
  • The government plans to implement new regulations to improve safety.
Context #3 | Noun

in business

A tool, system, or method put in place to achieve a specific goal or objective.

Synonyms

device, instrument, tool

Examples of usage

  • The new CRM system is an important implement for the sales team.
  • The marketing campaign was a key implement for increasing brand awareness.

Translations

Translations of the word "implement" in other languages:

🇵🇹 implementar

🇮🇳 लागू करना

🇩🇪 implementieren

🇮🇩 menerapkan

🇺🇦 впроваджувати

🇵🇱 wdrażać

🇯🇵 実装する (じっそうする)

🇫🇷 mettre en œuvre

🇪🇸 implementar

🇹🇷 uygulamak

🇰🇷 구현하다

🇸🇦 تنفيذ

🇨🇿 implementovat

🇸🇰 implementovať

🇨🇳 实施 (shíshī)

🇸🇮 izvesti

🇮🇸 innleiða

🇰🇿 іске асыру

🇬🇪 განხორციელება

🇦🇿 icra etmək

🇲🇽 implementar

Etymology

The word 'implement' originated from the Latin word 'implementare', which means 'to fill up'. Initially, it was used in the context of fulfilling a promise or completing a task. Over time, the meaning evolved to include the idea of putting a plan or idea into action. The term gained popularity in the field of programming and business strategy, where it is commonly used to describe the process of executing plans or applying tools to achieve specific goals.

See also: implementable, implementation, implemented, implementing, implements.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,655, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.