Perform Definition & Meaning
perform
- verb
- carry out or perform an action; "John did the painting, the weeding, and he cleaned out the gutters"; "the skater executed a triple pirouette"; "she did a little dance"
- perform a function; "Who will perform the wedding?"
- give a performance (of something); "Horowitz is performing at Carnegie Hall tonight"; "We performed a popular Gilbert and Sullivan opera"
- get (something) done; "I did my job"
"Perform" in song lyrics
See how perform is used in real songs:
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"You at a spot to perform"
A+ f/ Mr. Cheeks — Up Top New York -
"There was nothing more exciting then to serve and perform"
Aceyalone — Project Blowed -
"These tunes we perform"
Algorithm — Escalator
Words that rhyme with perform
Usage tips for "perform"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "perform" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for perform to find words that pair well.
Use "perform" in a verse
Now that you know what "perform" means, try using it in your own lyrics:
Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does perform mean?
- carry out or perform an action; "John did the painting, the weeding, and he cleaned out the gutters"; "the skater executed a triple pirouette"; "she did a little dance" perform a function; "Who will perform the wedding?" give a performance (of something); "Horowitz is performing at Carnegie Hall tonight"; "We performed a popular Gilbert and Sullivan opera" get (something) done; "I did my job"
- What part of speech is perform?
- Perform is a verb.
- How many definitions does perform have?
- Perform has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (verb).