behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | avoid or try to avoid fulfilling, answering, or performing (duties, questions, or issues) |
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | use cunning or deceit to escape or avoid |
discharge one's duties | escape, either physically or mentally |
play a role or part | practice evasion |
perform on a stage or theater | |
behave unnaturally or affectedly | |
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action) | |
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected | |
be suitable for theatrical performance | |