implementation
gb/ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/ us/ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/
B2
English
~ 2700
Senses
0 senses
Noun
B2
action
1
act of carrying out a plan
The act of starting to use a plan or idea in real life.
Usage pattern:
the implementation of [something]
Common mistake:
Learners sometimes confuse 'implementation' with 'implication'. 'Implementation' means putting something into action, while 'implication' means something suggested or possible as a result.
Synonyms
execution (Often used in business or technical contexts; focuses on carrying out the steps of a plan.)
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deployment (Common in technology; emphasizes launching or rolling out a system or software.)
Antonyms
abandonment (Refers to stopping or not starting a planned action.)
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cancellation (Refers to deciding not to carry out a planned action at all.)
Collocations
implementation plan
|successful implementation
|implementation phase
|implementation process
|implementation strategy
Themes
business
|technology
|management
|work
|core_vocabulary
Examples
- The implementation of the new policy will begin next month.
- Successful implementation requires careful planning and teamwork.
- Funding delays have slowed the implementation of the housing project.
- The software’s implementation took longer than expected.
- Implementation of these safety measures is mandatory by law.
Learner examples
- The implementation of the new rules starts today.
- We are working on the implementation of the plan.
- Good implementation takes time.
- The city is planning the implementation of a new bus system.
Grammar
Dictionary form
implementation
IPA
GB/ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/
US/ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/
Syllables & stress
im - ple - ment - a - tion (5 syllables)
Stress on 4th syllable (a)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: implementation
- Plural: implementation, implementations
Word family
Forms
implementations
noun
Core family
implement
verb B2
Related words
implementer
noun
Negative and opposite forms
unimplemented
adjective
Advanced or less common
implementable
adjective
Expressions
full implementation
1/fˈʊl ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
complete execution of something
Using a plan or system everywhere it is meant to be used.
Examples
- Full implementation of the program is expected by next year.
- The government announced the full implementation of the reforms.
implementation plan
1/ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən plˈæn/
fixed phrase
plan for carrying out something
A written or spoken description of how to start and complete a plan or project.
Examples
- The team presented an implementation plan for the new training program.
- Without an implementation plan, the project might fail.
phased implementation
1/fˈeɪzd ˌɪmpləmɛntˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
gradual rollout of a plan
Starting to use a plan or system step by step instead of all at once.
Examples
- The company chose a phased implementation to reduce risk.
- A phased implementation allows staff to adjust gradually.