perform
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /pərˈfɔːrm/
KK: /pɚˈfɔrm/
intransitive verb
Definition
To carry out an action or task, especially in front of an audience, or to function in a particular way.
Example
The magician performed an amazing trick that left everyone in awe.
Tense Forms
Past: performed
Past Participle: performed
Conversation
Did you see how well she performed at the talent show last night?
Yes! I was really impressed by her singing.
I know, right? It's amazing how she can perform in front of so many people.
Totally! I wish I could be that confident on stage.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
execute
act
function
Antonyms
fail
flounder
stumble
transitive verb
Definition
To carry out an action or task, especially in front of an audience or as part of a job.
Example
The musician will perform at the concert tonight.
Tense Forms
Past: performed
Past Participle: performed
Conversation
Did you hear how well the band performed at the festival last weekend?
Yeah, I saw some clips online! They looked amazing.
I wish I could perform like that someday.
Root Explanation
Perform → It is formed from "per-" (meaning through) and "formare" (meaning to form or shape). The word "perform" means to carry out or execute a task through a specific form or manner.
Memory Tip
Think of doing something 'through' ('per-') a certain 'form' ('formare') — that's why perform means to carry out an action.
Visually Confused Words
reperform
prereform
perciform
preform
viperiform
spheriform
pateriform
outperform