perform — to carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action, task, or function
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action, task, or function
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈfɔːrm/
Example Sentences
- My phone performs better than my math skills during exams.
- The magician will perform tricks that even physics teachers can't explain.
- Athletes must perform at their best to win the competition.
perform
VERB[/pərˈfɔːrm/]
to carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action, task, or function
The surgeon performed a successful operation that saved the patient's life.
The musician performed beautifully after weeks of practice. (PERFORM = PERFECT FORM)
The athlete performed well, transformed through training, and eventually outperformed every competitor.
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin performare, a compound of per- (completely) and formare (to form or shape). Originally meaning 'to complete' or 'to carry through to completion', the term evolved to denote the execution or accomplishment of an action or task.
Breakdown
per- (completely, through) + formare (to form, shape) = 'to complete or accomplish fully'. The prefix per- intensifies the sense of thoroughness, while formare contributes the notion of giving form or bringing something to fruition.
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📝Examples
“My phone performs better than my math skills during exams.”
“The magician will perform tricks that even physics teachers can't explain.”
“Athletes must perform at their best to win the competition.”
“The doctor will perform the operation tomorrow morning.”
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