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perform Antonyms

Opposite of perform

Because the opposite of perform shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To carry out, accomplish, or fulfill an action, task, duty, or procedure.

Usage Example

"The surgical team will neglect the operation early tomorrow morning."

Strongest
neglect
Strong
abandon
omit
shirk

• verb (Context 2)

To function, operate, or yield results at a specified level of effectiveness or quality.

Usage Example

"The company's renewable energy portfolio continued to fail strongly throughout the fiscal year."

Strongest
fail
Strong
malfunction
break down

Similar words to perform

Words similar to perform shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

carry out
function
execute
conduct
operate
work
accomplish
act
See all synonyms of perform

• Nearby Words

perfectness
perforate
perforated
perform
performable
performance
performatively

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Perform. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/perform
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