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role
[ rohl ]
noun
- a part or character played by an actor or actress.
- proper or customary function:
the role of religion in society.
Synonyms: duty, responsibility, position, function, capacity, part, character
- the function assumed by a person or thing in a given action or process:
Schools offer few practical tools to help students explore their role in shaping the future.
- Sociology. the rights, obligations, and expected behavior patterns associated with a particular social status:
When studying child development, it was critical to study the father's role.
role
/ rəʊl /
noun
- a part or character in a play, film, etc, to be played by an actor or actress
- psychol the part played by a person in a particular social setting, influenced by his expectation of what is appropriate
- usual or customary function
what is his role in the organization?
Other Words From
- mul·ti·role adjective
Word History and Origins
Word History and Origins
Origin of role1
Example Sentences
This will occur when admins leave and no one else assumes the admin role.
The group also played a big role in securing an agreement on forestry in the Paris agreement.
Carrey, who rose to stardom in the 1990s, will take over the role from SNL cast member Jason Sudeikis who played Biden during the Obama administration.
There would be a spotlight on Gary Harris, formerly one of the league’s best role players, whose return from injury has given the club a much-needed defensive stopper on the wing.
Those receptors have played an important role in our history, she adds.
Genetics alone does not an eating disorder make, generally speaking, and Bulik points out that environment still plays a role.
“I have to think her body type played a role,” said Rachel Greenblatt, a Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Harvard University.
Acting legend talks about what role is closest to her heart.
David Prowse, the actor who portrayed Darth Vader, wished to come back but had to turn down the role because of ill health.
The role of private investigators has stirred controversy in the investigation.
Many of them were delicious in the role; one of them was the embodiment of every womanly grace and charm.
After all, Garnache's appearance was hardly suggestive of the role of Perseus which had been thrust upon him.
But don't adopt the role of inquisitor—because I'm as good as dead, and dead men tell no tales.
Virginia continued to play a key role in international events during this period.
The Government Film Censor interprets his role chiefly as one of guiding parents.
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