Definitions of act: - noun: something that people do or cause to
happen - noun: a legal document codifying the result of
deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body -
noun: a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer
program Example: "He did his act three times every evening" -
noun: a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet - noun: a
manifestation of insincerity Example: "He put on quite an act
for her benefit" - verb: perform an action, or work out or
perform (an action) Example: "Think before you act" - verb: be
engaged in an activity, often for no particular purpose other
than pleasure - verb: be suitable for theatrical performance
Example: "This scene acts well" - verb: discharge one's duties
Example: "She acts as the chair" - verb: behave in a certain
manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
Example: "You should act like an adult" - verb: play a role or
part Example: "She wants to act Lady Macbeth, but she is too
young for the role" - verb: perform on a st