actor

noun
UK: /ˈæktər/
US: /ˈæktər/

  1. A person who performs in a play, movie, or television show.

    1. The actor was very good in the play. [ ] [ ]
    2. The lead actor delivered a powerful performance that captivated the audience. [ ] [ ]

  2. Someone who does something or behaves in a particular way, often with a specific goal.

    1. He is a key actor in the negotiations. [ ] [ ]
    2. The government is an important actor in promoting economic growth. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

player participant agent

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "actor" in English means: A person who performs in a play, movie, or television show., Someone who does something or behaves in a particular way, often with a specific goal..

The phonetic transcription of "actor" is /ˈæktər/ in British English and /ˈæktər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "actor": player, participant, agent.

Example usage of "actor": "The actor was very good in the play.". More examples on the page.