action
Translation
action, measure, deed
Examples
We must take action immediately.
We must take action immediately.
Every action has a consequence.
Every action has a consequence.
I enjoy watching action films.
I enjoy watching action movies.
Grammar Patterns
to take action - to do something to solve a problem. The government must take action.
an action - a thing that someone does. It was a kind action.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deed, act, step, measure; Antonyms: inaction, passivity
Etymology
From Latin 'actio', meaning a 'doing' or 'performance', from the verb 'agere' (to do).
Memory Tips
When you 'act', you perform an 'action'. Think of the director shouting "Action!" on a movie set.