perform

To do a task, action, or piece of work.

• The nurse performed a simple test.
• He performs his duties carefully.
• The team will perform the safety checks tomorrow.

Similar words: do, carry out, execute

Common phrases: perform a task, perform an operation, perform a test, perform an experiment

To act, sing, play music, or do another show in front of people.

• The band performs every Friday.
• She performed a song for the guests.
• Have you ever performed on stage?

How to use it: perform for someone (The children performed for their parents.); perform something (The band performed three songs.)

Common phrases: perform on stage, perform a song, perform for someone

To work or behave in a particular way, especially successfully or unsuccessfully.

• The new engine performs well.
• She performed badly in the interview.
• How does this computer perform under heavy use?

Similar words: function, work

Common phrases: perform well, perform poorly, perform under pressure