Implementation

Definition

The process of putting a decision or plan into effect; execution.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɪmpləmɛnˈteɪʃən/
• Respelling: im-pluh-men-TAY-shun (with "im" as in "tin," "pluh" as in "sofa," "men" as in "men," "TAY" as in "say," and "shun" as in "nation")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˌɪmplɪmɛnˈteɪʃən/
• Respelling: im-pli-men-TAY-shun (with "im" as in "tin," "pli" as in "slip," "men" as in "men," "TAY" as in "say," and "shun" as in "nation")

In both dialects, "implementation" places the primary stress on the fourth syllable, "TAY." The American pronunciation includes "pluh" while the British pronunciation includes "pli," focusing on the clear articulation of "im-pluh-men-TAY-shun" (American) and "im-pli-men-TAY-shun" (British).

Etymology

Derived from the verb "implement", which originates from the Late Latin 'implementum', meaning "filling up" or "fulfillment", from Latin 'implēre', "to fill". In context, it signifies the realization or fulfillment of a plan or method.

Derivatives

• Implement (verb)
• Implementer (noun)
• Implemental (adjective)
• Implementing (noun, verb form)
• Implementable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Execution
• Realization
• Enforcement

Antonyms

• Non-execution
• Nullification
• Repeal

Usage

"Implementation" is widely used in contexts such as project management, business strategies, software development, and policy-making, where it signifies the execution phase of a planned action.

Related Terms

• Execute
• Apply
• Enact
• Instigate
• Materialize

Detailed Definition

Noun

• Implementation (The process of putting a decision into effect): The process of putting a decision, plan, or agreement into effect; execution.
  • Example: "The implementation of the new system took several months."

• Implementation (A specific tool or method used for a particular purpose): A means for accomplishing a specific task or purpose.
  • Example: "Different implementations of the same protocol can lead to varying results."

Note: "Implementation" often refers to the act of carrying out a plan, method, or any other decision. This could be in various contexts ranging from business strategies, software development, to government policies.