perform — meaning, definition & examples

Definition

To carry out a task, action, or activity, especially in front of an audience

The band will perform their new album at the concert tonight.

To do a job or function, often in a way that can be measured or judged

The new employee will perform her duties under the supervision of a senior manager.

executeOften implies a sense of precision or following instructions carefully carry outMore general and can be used for both physical and mental tasks actUsually implies performing in a theatrical sense, like in a play or movie

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