act

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Definitions

noun

Something done, a deed.“an act of goodwill”
Actuality.
Something done once and for all, as distinguished from a work.
A product of a legislative body, a statute.

verb

To do something.“If you don't act soon, you will be in trouble.”
To do (something); to perform.
To perform a theatrical role.“I started acting at the age of eleven in my local theatre.”
Of a play: to be acted out (well or badly).

Related words

Synonyms

pretense statute deed work number process operation represent enactment behave routine move playact turn bit do pretend roleplay

Associated

repealed amended enacted offence amendments provisions legislation parliament abolished amendment passed

Rhymes

abstract impact compact contract enact contact counteract extract exact artifact

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