Added 29 September 2026
performance
/pəˈfɔː.mən(t)s/ noun
In Latin: functiō, exsecūtiō Wiktionary
noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about performance at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
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The act of performing; carrying into execution or action; execution; achievement; accomplishment; representation by action.
the performance of an undertaking or a duty
- That which is performed or accomplished; a thing done or carried through; an achievement; a deed; an act; a feat; especially, an action of an elaborate or public character.
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A live show or concert.
The band played a mix of old and new songs during their 90-minute performance.
Origin
From Middle English parfourmaunce; equivalent to perform + -ance.
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