actor

A person who plays a character in a film, play, or television show.

• My sister is an actor.
• The actors practised their lines together.
• Which actor played the doctor in that film?

Similar words: performer

Common phrases: famous actor, leading actor, actor in something

A person, group, or thing that takes part in events or makes things happen.

• Several political actors supported the agreement.
• The charity became a key actor in the relief effort.
• The report examines how different actors influence public policy.

How to use it: an actor in something (Local businesses are important actors in economic development.)

Similar words: participant, agent

Common phrases: political actor, key actor, economic actor