performing
pərˈfɔrmɪŋ
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Definition of performing - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
artsthe act of presenting a play or concert
  • Performing on stage requires confidence and skill.
presentation show
2.
theaterthe execution of a role in a drama
  • Her performing as Juliet was outstanding.
acting drama theatrical performance

Adjective

1.
actionactively carrying out a function or task
  • The performing engine was checked for efficiency.
executing functioning
2.
entertainmentengaged in a performance
  • The performing artist captivated the audience with her dance.
acting presenting staging
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Expressions with performing

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seal trained to do tricks for people
The performing seal balanced a ball on its nose.
achieve amazing or extraordinary results
The new coach is performing miracles with the team.
achieving results much better than most others
She works for a high-performing company.
entertainer who performs for an audience
The performing artist captivated the audience with her dance.
arts like dance, music, or drama performed live for people
She studied performing arts at the university.
not producing expected results or returns
The company had several non-performing assets on its balance sheet.

Origin of performing

Old French, parfournir (to accomplish)

Terms with performing included in their meaning

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performer
person performing in plays, films, or TV
performing arts
female who performs in a play or movie
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linguistics
indicating the agent performing an action
performing arts
person who dances for fun or work
performing arts
play for theater, television or radio
music
number of musicians performing together
automatic device
mechanical or electrical device performing tasks automatically
entertainment
art of performing tricks to entertain people

Examples of performing in a sentence

  • He enjoys performing in front of large audiences.
  • His performing in the play was well-received.
  • The performing of Hamlet was breathtaking.
  • The performing artist captivated the audience.
  • Performing animals require special training.
  • The performing troupe traveled across the country.

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  1. French:représentation, en fonctionnement, ...
  2. German:Aufführung, funktionierend, ...
  3. Italian:performance, funzionante, ...
  4. Spanish:interpretación, en funcionamiento, ...
  5. Portuguese:representação, em funcionamento, ...
  6. Chinese:舞台表演, 运转中的, ...
  7. Japanese:演技, 稼働中の, ...
  8. Arabic:الأداء, عَامِل, ...
  9. Hebrew:הוֹפָעָה, מְבַצֵּעַ, ...
  10. Russian:выступление, работающий, ...
  11. Ukrainian:виконання, працюючий, ...
  12. Hindi:प्रस्तुति, कार्यरत, ...
perform
pərˈfɔrm

Definition of perform - Reverso English Dictionary

Verb

1.
entertainmenttr.present a form of entertainment to an audiencetr.
  • The magician will perform at the party tonight..
execute present stage
2.
tasktr.carry out a task or actiontr.
  • He will perform the experiment carefully.
accomplish execute
3.
functionalityintr.function or work as expectedintr.
  • The machine performs well under pressure.
accomplish achieve execute
4.
contractstr.TECH.fulfill terms of a contracttr.TECH.
  • They must perform the duties outlined in the agreement.
carry out execute
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achieve amazing results that seem impossible
The doctor was able to perform miracles and save the patient's life.
maintain stability between conflicting demands
The politician performed a balancing act to satisfy both parties.
suddenly leave or vanish without explanation
He performed a disappearing act right before the meeting started.
achieve something amazing or impossible
The doctor managed to perform a miracle and saved the patient's life.
achieve amazing results or effects
The new coach managed to perform wonders with the team.
make a complete change in opinion or policy
The politician performed a volte-face on the new law.

Origin of perform

Old French, parfournir (to accomplish)

Examples of perform in a sentence

  • The band is set to perform at the festival.
  • She will perform the task with precision.
  • The robot can perform complex calculations quickly.
  • The software performs efficiently on older hardware.
  • This engine performs reliably in extreme conditions.
  • The company failed to perform the contract obligations.

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  1. French:se produire, exécuter, ...
  2. German:auftreten, durchführen, ...
  3. Italian:eseguire, svolgere, ...
  4. Spanish:presentar, realizar, ...
  5. Portuguese:atuar, realizar, ...
  6. Chinese:表演, 进行, ...
  7. Japanese:演じる, 行う, ...
  8. Arabic:أَدَّى, نَفَّذَ, ...
  9. Hebrew:לְהוֹפִיעַ, לְבַצֵּעַ, ...
  10. Russian:выступать, выполнять, ...
  11. Ukrainian:виступати, виконувати, ...
  12. Hindi:प्रस्तुति देना, करना, ...
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