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acting

The word “acting” has 2 syllables: act-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈæktɪŋ/

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In the thesaurus, “acting” has 162 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for acting along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for acting

Antonyms for acting

Meanings of acting

  • verb
    1. To do something.
    2. To do (something); to perform.
    3. To perform a theatrical role.
    4. Of a play: to be acted out (well or badly).
    5. To behave in a certain manner for an indefinite length of time.
    6. To convey an appearance of being.
    7. To do something that causes a change binding on the doer.
    8. (construed with on or upon) To have an effect (on).
    9. To play (a role).
    10. To feign.
    11. (construed with on or upon, of a group) To map via a homomorphism to a group of automorphisms (of).
    12. To move to action; to actuate; to animate.
  • noun
    1. An action or deed.
    2. Something done by a party — so called to avoid confusion with the legal senses of deed and action.
    3. Pretending.
    4. The occupation of an actor.
  • adjective
    1. Temporarily assuming the duties or authority of another person when they are unable to do their job.

Example Sentences

  • She is acting in the school play this year.
  • He was acting like he didn't care, but I could tell he was upset.
  • The director praised his acting skills during the audition.
  • I could tell they were acting nervous during the presentation.
  • The child was acting out of character, which worried his parents.

On this page you'll find 166 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to acting, such as: acting out, ad interim, adjutant, administering, affecting, alternate, amusement.

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