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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 doing, or carrying out; the act of performing.
The scientists judged the performance of the mice on each of the assigned tasks.The gymnast practiced the move until her performance was perfect.Daily performance of the religious ritual is required.
synonyms:
accomplishment, achievement, doing, execution, fulfillment
similar words:
commission, completion, consummation, exercise, satisfaction
definition 2: a particular entertainment presented before an audience.
Tonight's performance will be Shakespeare's Twelfth Night.Critics were impressed by the ballet company's recent performance of Swan Lake.
 
synonyms:
concert, drama, opera, play, presentation, production, show
similar words:
act, engagement, entertainment, piece, recital, rendition, stand, theatrical
definition 3: general way of working or functioning.
The car's performance has been poor in recent months.John's supervisor will be rating his job performance next week.
synonyms:
execution, method, modus operandi, technique
similar words:
activity, approach, manner, means, mode, operation, play, procedure, style, way
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