Act

Act Type: noun Pronunciation: /akt/ Also spelled or known as: Artist Act Plural: Acts Related: Performer What does Act mean? A performer, group, or entertainment attraction. Acts may include solo artists, bands, DJs, dancers, or comedians. Act synonyms: Performer, Artist, Entertainment Act Example sentence: “The opening act energized the audience.”

Active

Active Type: noun Pronunciation: /act-tive/ Opposite: Passive What does Active mean? A device with its own built-in power amplifier. Active is used to describe a device with its own built-in power amplifier. The opposite of a passive device. Most recording studios monitors are active. Example sentence: “He was designing an active speaker.”