- 1[transitive] perform something to do something, such as a piece of work, task, or duty synonym carry somethingout to perform an experiment/a miracle/a ceremony She performs an important role in our organization. This operation has never been performed in this country. A computer can perform many tasks at once.
- 2[transitive, intransitive] perform (something) to entertain an audience by playing a piece of music, acting in a play, etc. to perform somersaults/magic tricks The play was first performed in 2007. I'd like to hear it performed live. to perform on the flute I'm looking forward to seeing you perform.
- 3[intransitive] perform (well/badly/poorly) to work or function well or badly The engine seems to be performing well. The company has been performing poorly over the past year. If he performs (= performs well) then I believe the Cubs can win. She performed less well in the second test. Idioms
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NAmE//pərˈfɔrm//
Verb Forms present simple I / you / we / they perform he / she / it performs
past simple performed
-ing form performing
to achieve very good results Her exercise program has worked miracles for her.
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