acting
nounHow many syllables in acting?
There are 2 syllables in the word acting.How to pronounce acting:
Definition of acting:
- acting (noun):
- the art of an actor
- the performance of a part or role in a drama.
- the art or practice of representing a character on a stage or before cameras
Synonyms for acting:
activity
business
byplay
characterization
dramatics
dumb show
enacting
enactment
hamming
heroics
impersonation
method
method acting
mime
overacting
pantomime
performance
performing
performing arts
personation
playacting
playing
portrayal
portraying
reenactment
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Antonyms for acting:
abiding
certain
constant
definite
durable
endless
enduring
established
eternal
everlasting
firm
fixed
forever
immortal
immutable
imperishable
indefinite
indelible
indestructible
indissoluble
ineradicable
irreparable
irreversible
lasting
lifelong
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Syllable Fun Fact
The variation in syllable count for the same word between British and American English accents, such as 'secretary', reflects differences in pronunciation standards.
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