performance — the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈfɔːrməns/
Example Sentences
- My phone's battery performance is so bad, it dies faster than my motivation on Monday morning.
- The student's performance on the test exceeded all expectations.
- Her dance performance was so amazing that even my two left feet felt inspired.
performance
NOUN[/pərˈfɔːrməns/]
the action or process of carrying out or accomplishing an action, task, or function
The violinist's performance moved the entire concert hall to tears.
PER(completely) + FORM(shape) + ANCE(action) — through the active ANCE(action) of trying to FORM(shape) the clay PER(completely), the artist created a beautiful performance.
Given one last chance, she began her beautiful dance, delivering an unforgettable performance to the judges.
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Middle English 'parfournen', which came from Old French 'parfournir', meaning 'to complete' or 'to carry out thoroughly'. The term evolved from Latin roots combining 'per-' (through, completely) and 'furnire' (to furnish, supply, or execute), eventually developing two primary meanings: theatrical performance and measurable accomplishment or result.
Breakdown
par- (completely, thoroughly) + -fourni (from Old French 'furnir': to furnish, execute, or provide) + -ance (noun suffix indicating an action or result). The prefix 'par-' derives from Latin 'per-' meaning 'through' or 'completely'.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My phone's battery performance is so bad, it dies faster than my motivation on Monday morning.”
“The student's performance on the test exceeded all expectations.”
“Her dance performance was so amazing that even my two left feet felt inspired.”
“The car's performance in harsh weather conditions was remarkable.”
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