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

More than half a century of history shows a strong correlation between a president’s standing in polls and his party’s performance in the midterm election; on average, the opposition party gained more than two dozen seats. — Los Angeles Times, 11 Nov. 2026

Now, with years of performance proof behind it, Jolie is ready to expand both its product assortment and its awareness. — Karin Eldor, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2026

Visit historic colonial tavern for intimate performance, hear Katrina Van Tassel tell her version on the legendary tale. — Jamie Chapman, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2026

That means the team captain, who was named to a second-team All-Pro based on last year’s performance, is in the NFL concussion protocol. — Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026