Definition of performances. Meaning of performances. Synonyms of performances

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Definition of performances

Performance
Performance Per*form"ance, n. The act of performing; the carrying into execution or action; execution; achievement; accomplishment; representation by action; as, the performance of an undertaking of a duty. Promises are not binding where the performance is impossible. --Paley. 2. That which is performed or accomplished; a thing done or carried through; an achievement; a deed; an act; a feat; esp., an action of an elaborate or public character. ``Her walking and other actual performances.' --Shak. ``His musical performances.' --Macaulay. Syn: Completion; consummation; execution; accomplishment; achievement; production; work; act; action; deed; exploit; feat.

Meaning of performances from wikipedia

- performance is the hypothesized conception or requirements of a role. There are two types of job performances: contextual and task. Task performance is...
- the aforementioned inaugural performance, hinted that Streisand was becoming more receptive to the idea of live performances. A tour was suggested, though...
- debated how much performance is required to move classification from standard to high performance. Further classification of performance cars is possible...
- Great Performances is a television anthology series dedicated to the performing arts; the banner has been used to televise theatrical performances such...
- cited twice for "Distinguished Performance" by the Off-Broadway Obie Awards in the 1967−1968 season for his performances in Israel Horovitz's plays The...
- "poetry" and "performance" were first used together. Performance poetry appeared to distinguish text-based vocal performances from performance art, especially...
- Colin Firth is a British actor who has had an extensive career both on stage and screen, having received an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, two BAFTA...
- main act in a music, theatre, or comedy performance. Generally, the headliner is the final act in a performance, preceded by the opening act(s). In music...
- for Best Actor for his performance in Call Me by Your Name. He has also received Golden Globe nominations for his performances in Call Me by Your Name...
- tour 2005 Live 8 appearance 2006–2007 tour 2008–2009 tour 2010 performances 2011 performances Quadrophenia and More The Who Hits 50! Back to the Who Tour...