act
verbverified·updated Jun 3, 2026
perform an action or behavior based on learned knowledge
Framework senses
- §1
- to behave in a certain manner
- §2
- to pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
- §3
- to discharge one's duties
- §4
- to play a role or part
- §5
- to perform on a stage or theater
- §6
- to behave unnaturally or affectedly
- §7
- to perform an action
- §8
- to have an effect or outcome
- §9
- to be suitable for theatrical performance