implement

[im-pluh-muhnt, im-pluh-ment, -muhnt]

noun

1. any article used in some activity, especially an instrument, tool, or utensil.

   agricultural implements.

2. an article of equipment, as household furniture, clothing, ecclesiastical vestments, or the like.

3. a means; agent.

   human beings as an implement of divine plan.

verb (used with object)

1. to fulfill; perform; carry out.

   Once in office, he failed to implement his campaign promises.

2. to put into effect according to or by means of a definite plan or procedure.

3. Computers.,  to realize or instantiate (an element in a program), often under certain conditions as specified by the software involved.

4. to fill out or supplement.

5. to provide with implements.

implement

noun

1. a piece of equipment; tool or utensil

   gardening implements

2. something used to achieve a purpose; agent

verb

1. to carry out; put into action; perform

   to implement a plan

2. archaic,  to complete, satisfy, or fulfil

Other Word Forms

• implementable adjective
• implemental adjective
• implementation noun
• implementer noun
• implementor noun
• nonimplement noun
• nonimplemental adjective
• reimplement verb (used with object)

Word History and Origins

Origin of implement¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English, from Late Latin implēmentum “a filling up,” equivalent to Latin implē(re) “to fill up” ( im- im- ¹ + plēre “to fill” ) + -mentum -ment

Word History and Origins

Origin of implement¹

C17: from Late Latin implēmentum, literally: a filling up, from Latin implēre to fill up, satisfy, fulfil

Example Sentences

Porcelli anticipates the Federal Reserve will implement a rate cut in December, followed by two additional cuts in the first half of the coming year.

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Labour is taking inspiration from Denmark's coalition government -- led by the centre-left Social Democrats -- which has implemented some of the strictest migration policies in Europe.

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"It's being discussed and it's being negotiated... we're urging them to accept this proposal and implement it immediately, without delay," he said.

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Companies are implementing amenities like advanced air filtration, natural elements, and adjustable lighting to enhance the office experience.

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The UN Security Council on Friday called for an end to cross-border and maritime attacks by Yemen's Iran-backed Huthi rebels and urged member states to beef up efforts to implement an arms embargo against them.

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Related Words

• achieve 
• carry out 
• complete 
• enforce 
• realize 
• resolve 

When To Use

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The word implement broadly refers to any article used in some activity. When should you use this noun over tool, instrument, or utensil? Learn more on Thesaurus.com.