perform

per-form · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action, task, or function.

  2. 2.

    To present entertainment to an audience, such as acting, singing, or playing music.

  3. 3.

    To function or operate in a specified way.

Related words

Antonyms: fail, neglect
See also: act, execute, performance
Synonyms: accomplish, act, carry out, execute

Etymology

From Anglo-Norman French parfourmer, alteration of Old French parfournir "to complete, accomplish," from par- "through" + fournir "to furnish, provide."