a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
[ Syn: enactment ]
something that people do or cause to happen
[ Syn: deed , human action , human activity ]
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program; he did his act three times every evening; she had a catchy little routine; it was one of the best numbers he ever did
a manifestation of insincerity; he put on quite an act for her benefit'
act (n.)
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action); think before you act; We must move quickly; The governor should act on the new energy bill; The nanny acted quickly by grabbing the toddler and covering him with a wet towel
[ Syn: move ]
perform on a stage or theater; She acts in this play; He acted in `Julius Caesar; I played in `A Christmas Carol
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself; You should act like an adult; Dont behave like a fool; What makes her do this way?; The dog acts ferocious, but he is really afraid of people
play a role or part; Gielgud played Hamlet; She wants to act Lady Macbeth, but she is too young for the role; She played the servant to her husbands master
discharge one's duties; She acts as the chair; In what capacity are you acting?'
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind; He acted the idiot; She plays deaf when the news are bad
be suitable for theatrical performance; This scene acts well'
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected; The voting process doesnt work as well as people thought; How does your idea work in practice?; This method doesnt work; The breaks of my new car act quickly; The medicine works only if you take it with a lot of water
[ Syn: work ]
be engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other than pleasure
behave unnaturally or affectedly; Shes just acting