CEFR B1

acting

noun

Meaning

The process or profession of performing roles in plays, movies, or television shows.

Examples

Her acting career began on the stage.
The film's success was largely due to the superb acting of the lead.

Synonyms: performing, portrayal, theatrical, dramatization

Learn English that separates you from the crowd with Anaversity: private classes, Ani practice, Campus tools, and a public English-learning community.

acting (B1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈæktɪŋ/

Definition

The process or profession of performing roles in plays, movies, or television shows.

Examples

Her acting career began on the stage.
The film's success was largely due to the superb acting of the lead.
He studied acting at a prestigious drama school.

How to Use acting

acting career (collocation): A professional life spent in performing. — "She dreamed of a long acting career on Broadway."
acting out (phrasal verb): To behave badly or disruptively, often as a way of expressing emotions. — "The child was acting out because he felt neglected."
acting president (collocation): Someone who is temporarily performing the duties of a president. — "The vice president became acting president after the leader resigned."

Synonyms of acting

Words with a similar meaning to acting:

Browse the full Anaversity dictionary