Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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assay | Yes | No | Yes | No |
act | Yes | No | Yes | No |
assay (noun) | act (noun) |
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a quantitative or qualitative test of a substance (especially an ore or a drug) to determine its components; frequently used to test for the presence or concentration of infectious agents or antibodies etc. | something that people do or cause to happen |
an appraisal of the state of affairs | a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet |
a written report of the results of an analysis of the composition of some substance | a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body |
a substance that is undergoing an analysis of its components | a short performance that is part of a longer program |
a manifestation of insincerity |
assay (verb) | act (verb) |
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analyze (chemical substances) | behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself |
make an effort or attempt | pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind |
discharge one's duties | |
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 |