act · v
act (DO SOMETHING)
B2 to do something, especially in order to solve a problem
Dictionary examples:
She acted without thinking. (14.1)
We have to act now to stop the spread of this disease. (32.5)
act (BEHAVE)
B1 to behave in a particular way
Dictionary examples:
The new employee acts like a boss, telling everyone what to do. (0.0)
The teacher acts like a comedian to keep the students awake during math class. (0.0)
My grandpa acts like a teenager when he plays video games with me. (0.0)
Don't be so silly - you're acting like a child! (24.8)
He acted as if he'd never met me before. (62.1)
act (PERFORM)
B1 to perform in a movie, play, etc.
Dictionary examples:
My brother acted as a rock in the school play. He fell asleep on stage! (0.0)
I acted as a tree in the school play. I stood still for two hours! (0.0)
My grandma acted in a superhero movie. She was faster than the young actors! (0.0)
Have you ever acted in a play before? (32.0)
Andrew Pike was chosen to act the part of the lawyer in the film. (35.6)