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Another word for performance

Choosing another word for performance depends on context, so the 23 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

An act of staging or presenting a play, concert, dance, or other form of entertainment before an audience.

Usage Example

"The orchestra gave a breathtaking show of the symphony at the concert hall."

Strongest
show
Strong
presentation
production
rendition
gig
recital

• noun (Context 2)

The action or process of carrying out or accomplishing a task, duty, or function.

Usage Example

"She was praised for her diligent execution of her official responsibilities."

Strongest
execution
fulfillment
Strong
accomplishment
discharge
completion
implementation

• noun (Context 3)

The capabilities, efficiency, or measurable effectiveness of a machine, vehicle, system, or person in operation.

Usage Example

"The new software update significantly improved the overall functioning of the computer."

Strongest
functioning
operation
Strong
efficiency
capability
output

• noun (Context 4)

A fuss, commotion, or unnecessarily complicated and tiresome procedure.

Usage Example

"Getting all the paperwork approved turned into a right fuss."

Strongest
fuss
Strong
palaver
commotion
rigmarole
scene
hassle

Opposites of performance

The opposite of performance shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

nonperformance
neglect
inefficiency
omission
failure
malfunction
See all opposites of performance

• Nearby Words

perforation
perform
performable
performance
performatively
performer
perfume

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Performance. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/performance
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