American English
/ˈæk.tɚ/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
a person who performs a character in a movie, play, or television program
Practice out louda person who performs a character in a movie, play, or television program
The actor played a doctor in the movie.
She became a successful actor after college.
In English, actor can mean a man or a woman. Actress is also used for a woman, but actor is common for everyone.
famous actor · talented actor · lead actor · supporting actor
an actor in a movie or play
the actor plays a character
a person, group, or organization that takes part in a situation and can influence what happens
Several international actors supported the agreement.
Local actors helped shape the new plan.
key actor · major actor · political actor
a key actor in international politics
an actor in the local economy
the main performer in a movie or play
He won an award for leading actor.
a performer with an important but not main role
The supporting actor made the audience laugh.
a performer known for playing interesting or unusual supporting roles
That character actor is in many classic films.