actress

noun

ac·​tress ˈak-trəs How to pronounce actress (audio)
: a woman or girl who is an actor
actressy adjective

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While arriving at Cannes' Palace of Festivals and Conferences center, per People magazine, the British actress stunned in a white and pink plaid dress. Edward Segarra, USA Today, 23 May 2025 In addition to acting in notable projects like The Conjuring and Mystic Pizza, the actress also published a book of essays in 2025 titled Turning to Birds. Emily Blackwood, People.com, 22 May 2025 The actress previously styled looks by such designers and labels as Roberto Cavalli, Armani Privé and Ashi Studio, among others. Julia Teti, Footwear News, 22 May 2025 Regardless of their relationship status, The Perfect Find actor has always rallied behind the actress, supporting her many projects and also publicly standing up for his woman when needed. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 22 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for actress

Word History

Etymology

actor + -ess

First Known Use

1586, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of actress was in 1586

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“Actress.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/actress. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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actress

noun
ac·​tress ˈak-trəs How to pronounce actress (audio)
: a woman or girl who acts especially in a play or movie or on television

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