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C-suite

American  

[see-sweet] / ˈsiˌswit /

adjective

1. noting or relating to executives at the C-level, the highest management level in an organization.

   C-suite leadership.

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noun

1. the top executives in an organization, considered collectively.

   decision-making by the C-suite.

Usage

What does C-suite mean? C-suite refers to the group of highest-level executive positions within a corporation or organization, also known as C-level positions.

Etymology

Origin of C-suite

First recorded in 1990–95

Example Sentences

If the D&B C-suite had any initial misgivings about putting their chips on raves, no one I spoke to blinked.

From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026

It claims to have a far-flung network of oil storage terminals in places like the Netherlands and Singapore, more than 850 employees and a C-suite of experienced energy executives.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

"I was with an oil and gas company, and I sat with the C-suite, and I just went 'what's the reason for using AI?' And none of them could agree."

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Separately, the company said its top finance executive, Brian Witherow, is departing along with two other executives, as the amusement-park operator continues to overhaul its C-suite amid pressure from activist investors.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 7, 2026

The stock has bounced around on all the C-suite action.

From Barron's • Apr. 22, 2026