role
a part or character played by an actor or actress.
proper or customary function: the role of religion in society.
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.
Origin of role
1- Rarely rôle .
Other words for role
Other words from role
- mul·ti·role, adjective
Words that may be confused with role
- role , roll
Words Nearby role
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How to use role in a sentence
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.
Want to fight climate change effectively? Here’s where to donate your money. | Sigal Samuel | September 17, 2020 | VoxCarrey, 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.
Trump contradicts CDC director on vaccine; Biden says Americans shouldn’t trust Trump | Colby Itkowitz, Felicia Sonmez, John Wagner | September 16, 2020 | Washington PostThere 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.
When It Comes To Playoff Disappointment, The Clippers Are In A League Of Their Own | Chris Herring (chris.herring@fivethirtyeight.com) | September 16, 2020 | FiveThirtyEightThose receptors have played an important role in our history, she adds.
Stinky success: Scientists identify the chemistry of B.O. | Alison Pearce Stevens | September 15, 2020 | Science News For Students
Genetics alone does not an eating disorder make, generally speaking, and Bulik points out that environment still plays a role.
How Skinny Is Too Skinny? Israel Bans ‘Underweight’ Models | Carrie Arnold | January 8, 2015 | THE DAILY BEAST“I have to think her body type played a role,” said Rachel Greenblatt, a Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Harvard University.
Why Was Bess Myerson the First and Last Jewish Miss America? | Emily Shire | January 7, 2015 | THE DAILY BEASTActing 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.
Juiciest ‘Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ Rumors (and Some Debunked Ones) | Rich Goldstein | January 3, 2015 | THE DAILY BEASTThe role of private investigators has stirred controversy in the investigation.
U.S. Spies Say They Tracked ‘Sony Hackers’ For Years | Shane Harris | January 2, 2015 | THE DAILY BEASTMany of them were delicious in the role; one of them was the embodiment of every womanly grace and charm.
The Awakening and Selected Short Stories | Kate ChopinAfter all, Garnache's appearance was hardly suggestive of the role of Perseus which had been thrust upon him.
St. Martin's Summer | Rafael SabatiniBut don't adopt the role of inquisitor—because I'm as good as dead, and dead men tell no tales.
Raw Gold | Bertrand W. SinclairVirginia continued to play a key role in international events during this period.
Hallowed Heritage: The Life of Virginia | Dorothy M. TorpeyThe Government Film Censor interprets his role chiefly as one of guiding parents.
Report of the Special Committee on Moral Delinquency in Children and Adolescents | Oswald Chettle Mazengarb et al.
British Dictionary definitions for role
rle
/ (rəʊl) /
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?
Origin of role
1Collins English Dictionary - Complete & Unabridged 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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