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performers

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //pɝˈfɔɹmɝz// UK //pəfˈɔːməz// per·form·ers

n. people who entertain others by acting, singing, dancing, or playing music. You see them on stages, in movies, or even on the street.

n. individuals who entertain an audience through artistic or athletic skills, such as acting, music, or dance. Often used to describe professionals in the creative arts.


SIMPLE

The street performers attract a large crowd every Saturday.

CONTEXTUAL

After the final song, all the performers returned to the stage to take a bow together.

COMPLEX

While the script was mediocre, the talented performers managed to elevate the material through their nuanced and emotionally resonant portrayals of the main characters.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly modified by adjectives describing the field of art, such as 'musical performers' or 'circus performers'.

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