acting

act-ing · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    The art, profession, or activity of performing in plays, films, or television.

  2. 2.

    Behavior that is pretended or insincere.

  3. 3.

    Temporarily fulfilling the duties of another person.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    acting career — Professional work as a performer.
  • •
    acting skills — Abilities related to performance.
  • •
    acting role — A temporary position filling in for someone.
  • •
    method acting — A technique where actors deeply identify with their characters.

Related words

See also: act, actor, actress, performance
Synonyms: drama, performing, portrayal, theater

Etymology

From Latin actus ("a doing, a driving"), present participle form of agere ("to do, drive, lead").