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- pronunciation:
- pr
form
- parts of speech:
- verb, intransitive verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Word Explorer, Word Parts
part of speech: |
verb |
inflections: |
performs, performing, performed |
definition 1: |
to carry out; do.
She performed the lab experiment with care.The mayor is not performing his duties.- synonyms:
- carry out, do
- similar words:
- accomplish, achieve, commit, execute, fulfill
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definition 2: |
to do or present for the entertainment of an audience.
He performed the role of the king.The school chorus will perform songs from popular musicals.- synonyms:
- enact, portray, put on, stage
- similar words:
- depict, play, present, render
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related words: |
do, effect, interpret, obey, play, provide, pursue, recite, work |
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part of speech: |
intransitive verb |
definition: |
to provide entertainment for an audience.
She performed very well in the talent show last night.- similar words:
- act, dance, sing
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related words: |
appear, function, go, operate, play, run, take, work |
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derivations: |
performable (adj.), performer (n.) |
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