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Synonyms for Act (same or very similar meaning)

WordNet sense 1 (a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program):
bit, number, routine, turn, number

WordNet sense 2 (a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body):
enactment

WordNet sense 3 (have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected):
work

WordNet sense 4 (perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)):
move

WordNet sense 5 (behave unnaturally or affectedly):
dissemble, pretend

WordNet sense 6 (perform on a stage or theater):
play, playact, roleplay

WordNet sense 7 (play a role or part):
represent, represent

WordNet sense 8 (something that people do or cause to happen):
human action, human activity

WordNet sense 9 (pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind):
act as

WordNet sense 10 (behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself):
behave, do, do


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