Synonyms of performance

performance

noun

pər-ˈfȯr-mən(t)s 

1

as in interpretation

a presentation of an artistic work (as a piece of music) from a particular point of view

a disappointing, lackluster performance of a classic of the musical theater

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interpretation
• version
• rendition
• reading
• adaptation
• account
• variation
• reworking

2

as in execution

the doing of an action

the performance of her nightly ritual, the taking of a warm bath, calmed her

Synonyms & Similar Words

• execution
• implementation
• fulfillment
• accomplishment
• perpetration
• achievement
• prosecution
• management
• handling
• enactment
• application
• discharge
• pursuance
• commission
• administration
• expedition
• operation
• practice
• direction
• dispatch

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonperformance
• nonfulfillment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of performance

As the leader for TWICE, the South Korean artist takes care of eight other girls for every performance, recording, comeback, and World Tour. — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026

The automaker hasn’t said how much its latest V-8 will cost, but considering the performance bump, something over the 750S’s $365,100 starting price seems likely. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 July 2026

And Farahani gives an excellent performance as Nafisi, using her eyes to convey the constant pain of a woman whose mind has so much more to offer a society that’s always telling her to do less. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 10 July 2026

The Grammy-winning Australian singer has been going viral for his youthful physique after appearing shirtless during a recent performance. — Edward Segarra, USA Today, 10 July 2026