act (A2)
verb
Pronunciation: /ækt/
Definition
To do something, especially something that has a clear purpose or effect.
Examples
She decided to act quickly before the situation got worse.
The government must act now to reduce pollution.
He acted like he didn't know me when I saw him on the street.
How to Use act
- act as (prepositional phrase)
- To function in a particular role or capacity. — "He will act as the team leader for this project."
- act on (phrasal verb)
- To take action based on information or advice. — "We must act on the warnings about climate change."
- act out (phrasal verb)
- To perform a scene or story, or to express feelings through behavior. — "The children acted out their favorite cartoon."
- act up (phrasal verb)
- To behave badly or strangely. — "My computer has been acting up all morning."
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