Performing
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pɚˈfɔɹmɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Performing is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of perform.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of perform.
More Meanings
- A performance.
Example Sentences
Yet the misfortune of his life, his vast attempts but most inadequate performings, failing to accomplish any one masterpiece, seems to mark the closing of an era.
The greatest recovery was recorded by London Overground, where the level of journeys was at 55.9% of that recorded two years previously. ScotRail (32.2%) was the lowest-performing operator.
Word Forms
- performings
Synonyms for performing
Depending on context, synonyms include playing, playacting, acting.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include playacting, playing, acting, entertainer, scene, entertainment.
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