English Dictionary
Definition performance in British English
performance
noun
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Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
noun
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
the act of performing a play, dance, or other form of entertainment
The first performance of the opera was in 1936.
The school drama society will give a performance of Hamlet.
the standard to which someone does something such as a job or an examination
Teachers have to measure students' performance against specific objectives.
The report said the performance of the museum staff was outstanding.
the speed and effectiveness of a machine or vehicle
an exciting car with outstanding performance
something that is difficult or complicated to do
