특정한 목적을 위해 행동을 취하거나 무언가를 실행하다.
To take action or do something for a particular purpose.
예문:
"The government must act now to prevent a financial crisis."
"The police acted on a tip from an anonymous source."
특정한 방식으로 행동하거나 어떤 상태인 것처럼 보이다.
To behave in a particular way or to appear to be a certain way.
예문:
"Stop acting like a child and take responsibility."
"He was acting very strangely at the office today."
연극, 영화, 텔레비전 프로그램에서 허구의 역할을 수행하다.
To perform a fictional role in a play, movie, or television show.
예문:
"She has always dreamed of acting on a professional stage."
"He acted the part of the hero with great passion."
특정한 효과를 내거나 특정한 방식으로 작용하다.
To produce a particular effect or to function in a specific way.
예문:
"The drug acts directly on the nervous system to reduce pain."
"This enzyme acts as a catalyst in the digestion process."
행해진 일; 단일한 행위나 행동.
A thing done; a single deed or action.
예문:
"Helping the elderly woman was a kind act."
"The simple act of listening can make a big difference."
입법 기관에 의해 통과된 공식적인 결정이나 법률.
A formal decision or law passed by a legislative body.
예문:
"The new Education Act will be implemented next year."
"The Act of Parliament was signed into law this morning."
연극, 발레, 오페라의 주요 구성 단위.
A main division of a play, ballet, or opera.
예문:
"The main character is introduced in the first act."
"There is a short intermission between the second and third acts."
진심이 아니며 남을 속이기 위해 의도된 행동 방식.
A way of behaving that is not sincere but intended to deceive.
예문:
"His concern for the environment was just an act."
"I could tell her friendly smile was all an act."