Actor

/ˈæk.tΙ™/

The meaning and definition of Actor, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun
  1. A person who performs, plays a part in a theatrical play or film.
  2. One who takes part in a situation.

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Synonyms complainant plaintiff role doer participant performer
Antonyms undergoer

Origin

From Latin actor.

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