performance

Meanings

• Noun

  The act of carrying out an activity or accomplishing a task

  - "He gave a stellar performance in the play."
  - "Her painting was a beautiful performance of art."

• Noun

  The execution or fulfillment of a contract or duty

  - "The team delivered a strong performance against their rivals."
  - "The conductor demanded a flawless performance from the orchestra."

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Pronunciation

1. [pɚ.ˈfɔɹ.məns]
   
   
   
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Rhymes

Words rhyming with performance
perseverance , conformance , perform ance

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Variants

List of all variants of performance that leads to same result
performance , performances , performance art , performance artist , performance arts , PED , PEDs , performance-enhancing drug , performance-enhancing drugs , specific performance , specific performances , command performance , high performance , repeat performance , pre-performance , preperformance

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Forms

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performs, performed, performing

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Etymology

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From the Middle English word 'performen', meaning 'to carry out or accomplish'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'performance' is often used in various fields such as business, education, and sports to evaluate the effectiveness or success of an individual or organization.

2. The word 'performance' is also used metaphorically to describe the way something functions or operates, such as the performance of a computer or a machine.

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Related Concepts

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1. Art: Performance art is a genre of art that uses live actions and the presence of the audience as integral elements of the work.

2. Theatre: Performance in the context of theatre refers to an actor's interpretation of a character and the execution of the role on stage.

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Culture

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Performance has been a significant aspect of human expression and communication throughout history. It can take various forms such as music, dance, theatre, art, and public speaking. Performances have been used to tell stories, express emotions, and convey ideas. They can also serve as a means of entertainment and social bonding.

How to Memorize "performance"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize the act of carrying out an activity or accomplishing a task.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'performance' with 'accomplishment' or 'execution'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Please Put on a Performance Every Night' to remember the definition of performance as 'the act of carrying out an activity or accomplishing a task'.

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