Executrix

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˌɛkˈsɛkyəˌtrɪks/

Definitions of executrix

noun a female executor, especially of a will

Example Sentences

A1 An executrix is a woman who is appointed to carry out the instructions in a will.

A2 The executrix of the estate had to make sure all debts were paid before distributing the inheritance.

B1 As the executrix of the will, she had the responsibility of managing the deceased's assets.

B2 The executrix faced legal challenges from disgruntled family members who disputed the will.

C1 The executrix meticulously followed the deceased's wishes, ensuring a smooth transition of assets.

C2 In her role as executrix, she had to make difficult decisions regarding the distribution of the estate.

Examples of executrix in a Sentence

formal The executrix of the estate was responsible for carrying out the deceased's wishes as outlined in the will.

informal My aunt is the executrix of my grandmother's will, so she's in charge of distributing the assets.

slang I heard Sally got stuck being the executrix for her friend's estate - what a tough job!

figurative As the executrix of the project, she had to make sure all the details were in order before presenting it to the client.

Grammatical Forms of executrix

plural

executrices

comparative

more executrix

superlative

most executrix

present tense

executrixes

future tense

will executrix

perfect tense

have executrixed

continuous tense

is executrixing

singular

executrix

positive degree

executrix

infinitive

to executrix

gerund

executrixing

participle

executrixed

Origin and Evolution of executrix

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'executrix' is derived from the Latin word 'executrix', which is the feminine form of 'executor'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in legal contexts to refer to a female executor of a will, the term 'executrix' has evolved over time to be less commonly used due to gender-neutral language preferences in modern legal language.