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per·for·mance

performance

 
 
pronunciation:
pr for mns
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the act of performing .
He practiced the dance so often that his performance was perfect.The scientists reviewed the performance of the mice on each of their tasks.The operation was a difficult one, but the surgeon was pleased with her performance.
synonyms:
accomplishment, achievement, doing, execution
similar words:
commission, completion, exercise, satisfaction
definition 2: a particular entertainment presented before an audience.
Tonight's performance will be a play by William Shakespeare.
 
synonyms:
concert, drama, opera, play, show
similar words:
act, engagement, entertainment, piece, recital, stand
definition 3: way of working or operating.
He's unhappy with his car's performance.
synonyms:
execution, method, technique
similar words:
approach, manner, means, mode, operation, procedure, style, way
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