Standard Synonyms
Behave
Conduct oneself
Comport oneself
Slang Synonyms
Deed
Exploit
Feat
Maneuver
Move
Via media
Academic Synonyms
Performance
Doing
Accomplishment
Old English Synonyms
Regional Synonyms
Industry-specific Synonyms
Express
Demonstrate
Do
Show
Perform
Foucault
Behave
Work
Antonyms
Deact
Be inactive
Do nothing
Meaning
to do something, especially something that requires effort or concentration
Definition
The word ‘act’ can mean a lot of different things depending on the context in which it is used. Generally speaking, an act is a deliberate action that is carried out with the intention of achieving a specific goal.
Example Sentences
1. It’s time to stop talking and start acting.
2. Her kind act brought tears to my eyes.
3. He was arrested for acting suspiciously.
4. I can’t believe she would act like that!
5. They are putting on a play as their school’s winter
6. She’s going to act in the play.
7. He’s a very talented actor.
8. They were acting strange all night.
9. He’s just acting tough.
10. We need to take action now.