Actions — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms
Meaning & Definition of Actions
Actions (noun)
- a thing done, deed
- the accomplishment of a thing usually over a period of time, in stages, or with the possibility of repetition
- behavior, conduct
- the use of policies, legislation, programs, and procedures to improve the educational or employment opportunities of members of certain demographic groups (such as minority groups, women, and older people) as a remedy to the effects of long-standing discrimination against such groups
- a legal action undertaken by one or more plaintiffs on behalf of themselves and all other persons having an identical interest in the alleged wrong
- joint or concurrent action
- a legal action in which the defendant in an existing action files a suit against the plaintiff on the same subject matter, countersuit
- action that seeks to achieve an end directly and by the most immediately effective means (such as a boycott or strike)
- job action
- a temporary action (such as a slowdown) by workers as a protest and means of forcing compliance with demands
- a localized military action undertaken without formal declaration of war by regular armed forces against persons held to be violators of international peace and order
- stop-motion
Actions (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms
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the way or manner in which one conducts oneself
"observing the actions of mice in various controlled settings helps scientists understand the effects of certain drugs"
Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Actions
The most common words with a similar meaning to Actions:
Word Forms of Actions
Inflections: coactions, co-actions
Origin & Etymology of Actions
Middle English accioun, borrowed from Anglo-French accion, borrowed from Latin āctiōn-, āctiō activity, act, legal process, from agere to drive (cattle), cause to move, do + -tiōn-, -tiō, noun suffix of verbal action agent
First known use: 14th century
Frequently Asked Questions about Actions
What does "Actions" mean?
"Actions" means a thing done, deed. As a noun, it is defined as: a thing done, deed.
What is another word for "Actions"?
Other words for "Actions" include address, bearing, behavior, comportment, conduct, demeanor, deportment and geste. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Actions" you intend.
What are different ways to say "Actions"?
There are 55 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Actions". Common alternatives include address, bearing, behavior, comportment, conduct, demeanor, deportment and geste.
How do you use "Actions" in a sentence?
Examples of "Actions" in a sentence: "observing the actions of mice in various controlled settings helps scientists understand the effects of certain drugs".
Is "Actions" a noun, verb, or adjective?
"Actions" is a noun.
How do you pronounce "Actions"?
"Actions" is pronounced /ˈak-shən/ as a noun, /ˌkō-ˈak-shən/ as a noun and /ˈstäp-ˈak-shən/ as a noun and divided into syllables as ac·tion.
What is the origin of the word "Actions"?
"Actions" comes from Middle English accioun, borrowed from Anglo-French accion, borrowed from Latin āctiōn-, āctiō activity, act, legal process, from agere to drive (cattle), cause to move, do + -tiōn-, -tiō, noun suffix of verbal action agent. First known use: 14th century.
What is another word for "Actions" meaning "the way or manner in which one conducts oneself"?
When "Actions" (noun) means the way or manner in which one conducts oneself, synonyms include address, bearing, behavior, comportment, conduct and demeanor.