Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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act | Yes | No | Yes | No |
maneuver | Yes | No | Yes | No |
act (noun) | maneuver (noun) |
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something that people do or cause to happen | a move made to gain a tactical end |
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet | an action aimed at evading an opponent |
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body | a military training exercise |
a short performance that is part of a longer program | a deliberate coordinated movement requiring dexterity and skill |
a manifestation of insincerity | a plan for attaining a particular goal |
act (verb) | maneuver (verb) |
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behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself | perform a movement in military or naval tactics in order to secure an advantage in attack or defense |
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind | direct the course; determine the direction of travelling |
discharge one's duties | act in order to achieve a certain goal |
play a role or part | |
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 |