implementation

American  

[im-pluh-muhn-tey-shuhn, ‑men‑] / ˌɪm plə mənˈteɪ ʃən, ‑mɛn‑ /

noun

1. the act of implementing, or putting into effect; fulfillment.

   The implementation of policies to conserve energy will involve personal sacrifice.

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Etymology

Origin of implementation

implement + -ation

Explanation

Implementation refers to the carrying out a plan, like your school's implementation of the new dress code that will start in August — for now, you can keep wearing your jeans. Implementation is the noun form of the verb implement, or "to carry out or accomplish," and you’ll often see it used in reference to a government plan or act. Use this word to describe the process of turning formal plans — often very detailed conceptual plans that will affect many — into reality. For example, the implementation of new parking fees means everyone has to put more money in the parking meters.

Example Sentences

Ahead of the implementation of the law change, the BBC accompanied London's Metropolitan Police as officers visited suspected cuckooing properties and witnessed shocking signs of squalor.

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

Looking ahead, analysts expect nearly 8% annual sales growth to $94.3 billion by 2029, according to FactSet, with higher-priced AI implementation offerings part of the picture.

From Barron's • Jun. 4, 2026

With the implementation of the ABS system this season, it would appear pitch framing would become a less critical skill.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Some companies said that AI could create new jobs over the next several years, but full implementation could also wipe out 30% or more of their existing roles.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

Sometimes this means that research goes hand in hand with the implementation of the program—they gather data and learn as they go along.

From "Camp Panda" by Catherine Thimmesh