Meaning & use
performance
The act of presenting a piece of entertainment before an audience, or how effectively something functions or is carried out.
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The orchestra's performance received a standing ovation from the audience.
The new engine improved the car's performance significantly.
A note on using this word
Performance covers both artistic presentations and the general effectiveness or output of a person, system, or machine.
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