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    Performance

    /pərˈfɔːrməns/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing something.
    Her performance in the competition secured her a gold medal.
    An act of presenting a play, concert, or other form of entertainment.
    The theater's performance of Shakespeare was critically acclaimed.
    The effectiveness of a person or machine in achieving a specific task.
    The car's performance on the track impressed all the spectators.
    a display of someone's ability, typically in sports, arts, or academics.
    His performance in the final exam was exceptional.
    The manner in which a task or action is executed.
    The athlete's performance was a testament to his rigorous training schedule.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from Old French 'performer', from Latin 'performare', meaning 'to complete, accomplish'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a stellar performance
    An exceptionally good performance.
    performance review
    An assessment of an employee’s work performance.
    live performance
    A performance that occurs in front of an audience.

    Related Words

    perform
    To carry out, fulfill, or accomplish an action.
    performer
    An individual who performs, especially in the arts.
    performative
    Related to acting or performing.

    Slang Meanings

    Killing it
    He was really killing it on stage last night.
    Bringing down the house
    Her jokes were so funny, she brought down the house.