Word forms: plural, 3rd person singular presenttense implements, present participle implementing, past tense, past participle implementedpronunciation note: The verb is pronounced (ɪmplɪment). The noun is pronounced (ɪmplɪmənt).
1. verb
If you implement something such as a plan, you ensure that what has been planned is done.
The government promised to implement a new system to control financial loan institutions. [VERB noun]
If such measures were implemented, the problems could be overcome in twelve months. [VERB noun]
Synonyms: carry out, effect, carry through, complete More Synonyms of implement
implementation (ɪmplɪmənteɪʃən)uncountable noun
Very little has been achieved in the implementation of the peace agreement signedlast January. [+ of]
Synonyms: carrying out, effecting, execution, performance More Synonyms of implement
2. countable noun
An implement is a tool or other piece of equipment.
[formal]
...knives and other useful implements.
...writing implements.
Synonyms: tool, machine, device, instrument More Synonyms of implement
implement in British English
noun (ˈɪmplɪmənt)
1.
a piece of equipment; tool or utensil
gardening implements
2.
something used to achieve a purpose; agent
verb (ˈɪmplɪˌmɛnt)(transitive)
3.
to carry out; put into action; perform
to implement a plan
4. archaic
to complete, satisfy, or fulfil
Derived forms
implemental (ˌimpleˈmental)
adjective
implementation (ˌimplemenˈtation)
noun
implementer (ˈimpleˌmenter) or implementor (ˈimpleˌmentor)
noun
Word origin
C17: from Late Latin implēmentum, literally: a filling up, from Latin implēre to fill up, satisfy, fulfil
implement in American English
(ˈɪmpləmənt; for v., ˈɪmpləˌmɛnt)
noun
1.
any article or device used or needed in a given activity; tool, instrument, utensil, etc.
2.
any thing or person used as a means to some end
verb transitive
3.
to carry into effect; fulfill; accomplish
4.
to provide the means for the carrying out of; give practical effect to
5.
to provide with implements
SYNONYMY NOTE: implement applies to any device used to carry on some work or effect some purpose [agricultural implements]; tool is commonly applied to manual implements such as are used in carpentry, plumbing,etc.; , instrument specifically implies use for delicate work or for scientific or artistic purposes[surgical instruments] and may also be applied, as are tool, implement, to a thing or person serving as a means to an end; , appliance specifically suggests a mechanical or power-driven device, esp. one for householduse; , utensil is used of any implement or container for domestic use, esp. a pot, pan, etc.
ME < LL implementum, a filling up < L implere, to fill up < in-, in + plere, to fill: see full1
Examples of 'implement' in a sentence
implement
The government will implement what you decide.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Any board that proceeded to implement the change would be considered irresponsible.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
The question is, who is going to implement this change?
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
A government source said that implementing the plan would be seen to make a difference.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
He also called for clarity on whether the government would seek transitional arrangements to give businesses more breathing space before a new system is implemented.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
Councils and housing associations will be able to choose whether they implement the policy, rather than being forced to do so by the government.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Beyond implementing the new framework, further regulation may not be necessary, she added.
Computing (2010)
He can make big hits and, crucially, he is an expert at implementing a game plan.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
Spending cuts that were automatically implemented after the last big budget fight are still in place.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
There is also concern about government plans to implement exit checks next month.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
Iron tools and other implements such as lamps were widely used.
Stearns, Peter N. World History: Patterns of Change and Continuity (1995)
Ministers have not set aside extra cash to implement the reforms.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The signed framework agreement would be implemented gradually over ten years.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
But if the system had been properly implemented it would have been effective.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
We are reviewing our procedures and will implement changes to ensure that this does not happen again.
The Sun (2014)
What programs have you planned to implement in the next ten years?
Christianity Today (2000)
This should be accompanied by the political will to implement programmes and measures.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
The regulator wants to implement the policy across the board.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
It seems unlikely that these reforms will be implemented very soon.
Times, Sunday Times (2013)
Many companies do not implement service agreements until they secure their first external investment.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Now he is leaving before his plan can be implemented properly.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Ministers admitted that more work would have to be done on how the measure would be implemented.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
So policymakers should be elected ministers and those who implement the policy should be neutral and independent.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
For the converts it had become a race to implement the new scientific system of measurement.
Andro Linklater MEASURING AMERICA (2002)
These companies approach the design and construction of writing implements like Baroque artists.
Times, Sunday Times (2008)
It adjusted that last week, implementing a new landing page on google.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
The call comes despite a 2011 government pledge to implement a national scheme.
The Sun (2015)
The lead character is a writing implement, a pencil.
Times, Sunday Times (2009)
Instead, honestly identify what needs to be changed and implement it.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
A lot of people talk about change but very few people are able to implement change properly.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
In other languages
implement
British English: implement VERB
If you implement something such as a plan, you ensure that what has been planned is done.
The government promised to implement a new system to control financial loan institutions.
American English: implement
Brazilian Portuguese: executar
Chinese: 实施
European Spanish: implementar
French: mettre en œuvre
German: durchführen
Italian: mettere in atto
Japanese: 実施する
Korean: 이행하다
European Portuguese: executar
Latin American Spanish: implementar
British English: implement NOUN
An implement is a tool or other piece of equipment.
...writing implements.
American English: implement
Brazilian Portuguese: instrumento
Chinese: 实施
European Spanish: instrumento
French: instrument
German: Gerät
Italian: attrezzo
Japanese: 道具
Korean: 도구
European Portuguese: instrumento
Latin American Spanish: implemento
Chinese translation of 'implement'
implement
(vbˈɪmplɪmɛnt; nˈɪmplɪmənt)
vt
[plan, regulation]实(實)施 (shíshī)
n(c)
(= tool) 器具 (qìjù) (件, jiàn)
(verb)
Definition
to carry out (instructions etc.)
The government promised to implement a new system to control loan institutions.
Synonyms
carry out
effect
Prospects for effecting real political change have taken a step backward.
carry through
complete
He had just completed his first novel.
apply
The government appears to be applying the same principle.
perform
people who have performed outstanding acts of bravery
realize
The kaleidoscopic quality of the book is brilliantly realized on stage.
fulfil
He is too ill to fulfil his duties.
enforce
The measures are being enforced by Interior Ministry troops.
execute
We are going to execute our campaign plan to the letter.
discharge
the quiet competence with which he discharged his many duties
bring about
enact
put into action or effect
Opposites
delay
,
hamper
,
hinder
,
impede
(noun)
Definition
a tool or other piece of equipment
writing implements
Synonyms
tool
The best tool for the purpose is a pair of shears.
machine
I put a coin in the machine and pulled the lever.
device
This device can measure minute quantities of matter.
instrument
a thin tube-like optical instrument
appliance
We need to replace the washing machine and some other household appliances.
apparatus
He was rescued by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus.
gadget
a handy gadget for slicing vegetables
utensil
The technique uses a single utensil to cook and serve.
contraption (informal)
an interesting musical contraption called a Theremin
contrivance
They wear simple clothes and shun modern contrivances.
agent
Additional synonyms
in the sense of apparatus
Definition
a collection of equipment used for a particular purpose
He was rescued by firefighters wearing breathing apparatus.
Synonyms
equipment,
machine,
tackle,
gear,
means,
materials,
device,
tools,
implements,
mechanism,
outfit,
machinery,
appliance,
utensils,
contraption (informal)
in the sense of appliance
Definition
a machine or device that has a specific function
We need to replace the washing machine and some other household appliances.
Synonyms
device,
machine,
tool,
instrument,
implement,
mechanism,
apparatus,
gadget,
waldo
in the sense of apply
Definition
to put to practical use
The government appears to be applying the same principle.