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performed

/pərˈfɔːrmd/beginner Level

English Meaning & Definitions

1.verb

Carried out, accomplished, or fulfilled an action, task, or function.

Example Sentences:
  • The medical team performed the emergency surgery successfully.
  • The software performed all the required updates automatically overnight.
2.verb

Presented a form of entertainment, such as a play, concert, or dance, to an audience.

Example Sentences:
  • The choir performed a selection of holiday carols at the mall.
  • He performed the lead role in the school's production of Hamlet.
3.adjective

Having been executed or carried out; completed.

Example Sentences:
  • The performed experiments yielded consistent results across all trials.
  • The list of performed tasks was submitted to the supervisor for review.
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Cultural Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Middle English 'performen', which comes from the Old French 'parfornir'. The prefix 'par-' means 'thoroughly' and 'fornir' means 'to furnish, provide, or complete'. It originally referred to the completion of a duty or task before evolving to include the public execution of arts.

Memory Aid & Mnemonic

Think of 'per' (through) + 'form' (shape) = you went through the form of the task until it was finished.

Frequently Asked Questions About “performed

1. What is the meaning of “performed” in English?

In English, performed (verb) is defined as: “Carried out, accomplished, or fulfilled an action, task, or function.”.

2. How do you use “performed” in a sentence?

The medical team performed the emergency surgery successfully.

3. What are English synonyms of “performed”?

4. What is the etymology and word origin of “performed”?

Derived from the Middle English 'performen', which comes from the Old French 'parfornir'. The prefix 'par-' means 'thoroughly' and 'fornir' means 'to furnish, provide, or complete'. It originally referred to the completion of a duty or task before evolving to include the public execution of arts.