Performer

Pronunciation: /pərˈfɔːrmər/

Definitions of performer

noun a person who entertains an audience by acting, singing, dancing, or playing music

Example Sentences

A1 The performer sang and danced on stage.

A2 The street performer impressed the crowd with his juggling skills.

B1 The performer's acting skills captivated the audience.

B2 The skilled performer received a standing ovation for his piano recital.

C1 The world-renowned performer is known for her incredible vocal range.

C2 The talented performer seamlessly transitioned between different musical genres during the concert.

Examples of performer in a Sentence

formal The performer captivated the audience with their exceptional talent and stage presence.

informal The performer totally killed it on stage tonight!

slang That performer is a real showstopper!

figurative The performer was like a shining star in the night sky, lighting up the entire stage with their performance.

Grammatical Forms of performer

• past tense: performed
• plural: performers
• comparative: more talented
• superlative: most talented
• present tense: perform
• future tense: will perform
• perfect tense: have performed
• continuous tense: is performing
• singular: performer
• positive degree: good performer
• infinitive: to perform
• gerund: performing
• participle: performing

Origin and Evolution of performer

First Known Use: 1567 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'performer' originated from the Latin word 'performare', which means to carry out, accomplish, or fulfill.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'performer' has evolved to encompass a wide range of meanings, from someone who carries out a task or duty to someone who entertains an audience through their talents or skills.