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Arts and entertainment – English vocabulary

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26 English words with meanings: act [perform], acting, actor, artist, arts… Study them with flashcards, quizzes and AI speaking practice on OpenQuiz.

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Word list

  1. act [perform] /ækt/ (verb) — to perform a role in a play or film
    Example: He acted in a school play last year.
    Synonyms: perform, play a role
  2. acting /'æktɪŋ/ (noun) — the work of performing in plays or films
    Example: Her acting was excellent in the play.
    Synonyms: performance, performing
  3. actor /'æktər/ (noun) — a person who performs roles in films, plays, or TV
    Example: The actor won an award.
    Synonyms: performer, thespian, player
  4. artist /'ɑ:rtɪst/ (noun) — a person who makes art, such as paintings or drawings
    Example: She is a talented artist.
    Synonyms: painter, creator, illustrator
  5. arts /ɑ:rts/ (noun) — subjects that include painting, music, theater, and literature
    Example: We studied arts and literature at school.
    Synonyms: humanities, creative arts, fine arts
  6. audience /'ɔ:diəns/ (noun) — the people who watch or listen to a performance
    Example: The audience applauded loudly.
    Synonyms: crowd, spectators
  7. author /'ɔ:θər/ (noun) — a person who writes books, articles, or stories
    Example: The author wrote a popular novel.
    Synonyms: writer, novelist
  8. biography /,baɪə'ɡræfi/ (noun) — a book about a person's life
    Example: I read a biography of the singer.
    Synonyms: life story, account
  9. celebrity /sə'lebrəti/ (noun) — a famous person, especially in entertainment or sport
    Example: The celebrity arrived with a big crowd waiting.
    Synonyms: star, public figure, famous person
  10. cello /'tʃeloʊ/ (noun) — a large string instrument played with a bow while sitting down
    Example: She learned to play the cello when she was young.
    Synonyms: violoncello
  11. comedy /'kɑ:mədi/ (noun) — a funny play, film, or TV show
    Example: We watched a comedy last night.
    Synonyms: funny film, humorous show
  12. design /dɪ'zaɪn/ (verb) — To plan the look or shape of something.
    Example: She designed a new logo.
    Synonyms: plan, create
  13. direct (a film) /dɪ'rɛkt/ (verb) — to control the making of a film
    Example: She will direct the new film.
    Synonyms: manage, oversee
  14. directing /də'rɛktɪŋ/ (noun) — the work of controlling how a film is made
    Example: He is directing the movie now.
    Synonyms: filmmaking, film direction
  15. director (of a film) /də'rɛktər/ (noun) — the person who controls how a film is made
    Example: The director gave clear instructions.
    Synonyms: filmmaker, producer
  16. display /dɪ'spleɪ/ (verb) — to show something so people can see it
    Example: The museum displays old paintings.
    Synonyms: show, exhibit, present
  17. draw (pictures) /drɔ:/ (verb) — to make a picture with a pencil, pen, or other tool
    Example: She can draw pictures very well.
    Synonyms: sketch, illustrate
  18. drums /drʌmz/ (noun) — a musical instrument played by hitting it with sticks or hands; a set of drums
    Example: The drums sounded loud in the concert hall.
    Synonyms: drum set, kit
  19. entertain /,ɛntər'teɪn/ (verb) — to interest and give pleasure to people
    Example: The show will entertain the audience.
    Synonyms: amuse, delight, please
  20. entertainer /,ɛntər'teɪnər/ (noun) — a person who performs to amuse people
    Example: The entertainer made everyone laugh.
    Synonyms: performer, artist
  21. entertainment /,ɛntər'teɪnmənt/ (noun) — shows, music, or other things that amuse people
    Example: The festival offered great entertainment.
    Synonyms: amusement, fun, recreation
  22. fiction /'fɪkʃən/ (noun) — stories or writing that are not true
    Example: She enjoys reading fiction.
    Synonyms: stories, novels
  23. film director /'fɪlm dɪ,rɛktər/ (noun) — the person who makes a film and controls its making
    Example: The film director chose the actors.
    Synonyms: director, filmmaker
  24. film-maker /'fɪlm,meɪkər/ (noun) — a person who makes films
    Example: The film-maker won an award.
    Synonyms: director, movie maker
  25. flautist /'flɔ:tɪst/ (noun) — a person who plays the flute
    Example: She is a skilled flautist in the school band.
    Synonyms: flute player
  26. flute /flu:t/ (noun) — a long woodwind instrument held sideways and blown across
    Example: He played a soft tune on the flute.

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