acting synonyms

acting

modif.

substitute, substituting, temporary, alternate, deputy, officiating, interim, delegated, assistant, adjutant, surrogate, pro tem; see also temporary. See syn. study at temporary.

Antonyms official*, confirmed*, regular.

acting

n.

pretending, feigning, simulating, gesturing, ranting, spouting, orating, dramatizing, performing, behaving, playing, showing off, posturing, enactment, impersonation, depiction, portrayal, pantomime, rendition, dramatics, histrionic art, stage playing, stagecraft, simulation, theatricals, performance, dramatic action, mimicry, histrionics, mime, playacting.

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