action in English
- action⇄action, noun.
1. doing something; the process of acting.
Ex. The quick action of the firemen saved the building from being burned down.
2. physical activity.
Ex. A soldier is a man of action.
3. something done; act.
E - action⇄adj. actionless.
- action⇄centrifugal force oraction
the inertia, or tendency to move in one direction, which causes a body turning around a center to move away from the center. - action⇄expr. actions, conduct or behavior.
Ex. My mother punished me for my rude actions. Actions speak louder than words. - action⇄expr. bring action, to begin a lawsuit.
Ex. Action was brought against the newspaper for libel. - action⇄expr. in action,
a. taking part; active.
Ex. All the players stayed in action through the entire game.
b. working.
Ex. The machine is now in action. - action⇄expr. out of action, not operating or working, especially because of damage; inactive.
Ex. One hand grenade put the machine gun out of action. - action⇄expr. see action, to take part in a battle.
Ex. The Major saw action in the Gulf War. - action⇄expr. take action,
a. to start working.
Ex. The firemen took quick action to put out the fire.
b. to begin a lawsuit; sue.
Ex. The man hurt in the accident has taken action to recover damages for his injury.
c. to begin t
action in Gujarati ગુજરાતી
action in Kashmiri कॉशुर
action in Nepali नेपाली
action in Sindhi سنڌي
action in Tamil தமிழ்
Action
Part of Speech
Noun
Pronunciation
/ˈæk.ʃən/
Definitions
1. The process of doing something, typically to achieve an aim.
2. A deed or act.
3. A legal term referring to a lawsuit.
Usage Examples
- The action of the movie kept the audience on the edge of their seats.
- She took decisive action to resolve the issue.
Etymology
Derived from Middle English, from Old French 'action', from Latin 'actio', from 'agere', meaning 'to do'.
Synonyms
- Deed
- Activity
- Operation
Antonyms
- Inaction
- Idleness
- Passivity
Translations
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | Acción | /akˈsjon/ |
| French | Action | /ak.sjɔ̃/ |
| German | Aktion | /akˈtsi̯oːn/ |
| Italian | azione | /atˈtsjone/ |
| Chinese | 行动 | /xíng dòng/ |
| Japanese | 行動 | /kōdō/ |
| Russian | действие | /ˈdʲeɪ̯stʲvʲɪjə/ |
| Arabic | عمل | /ʕamal/ |
| Hindi | क्रिया | /kriːjā/ |
| Portuguese | Ação | /aˈsɐ̃w/ |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
The pronunciation of "action" can vary regionally, particularly between American and British English.
Historical Usage
The word has been used in legal contexts dating back to the Roman era, referring to formal proceedings.
Cultural Nuances
In different cultures, "action" may relate to social activism, business decisions, or personal choices that lead to change.
More Information
Action is a fundamental concept in various fields, including philosophy, law, and arts, influencing how we perceive human behavior and decision-making.