rehearse (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /rɪˈhɜːrs/

Definition

To practice a play, piece of music, or other work that you will perform in public.

Examples

• The cast will rehearse the musical every afternoon this week.

• She rehearsed her speech several times before the conference.

• We need to rehearse the song one more time before the concert.

How to Use rehearse

rehearse for (prepositional phrase)

To practice for a specific event or performance. — "They rehearsed for the competition for months."

rehearse with (prepositional phrase)

To practice together with someone else. — "The musicians will rehearse with the conductor tomorrow."

Synonyms of rehearse

Words with a similar meaning to rehearse:

• practice
• prepare
• train
• drill

Antonyms of rehearse

Words with the opposite meaning to rehearse:

• perform
• improvise

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