actress
Translation
actress
Examples
She is a famous actress.
She is a famous actress.
The actress won an award for her role.
The actress won an award for her role.
Grammar Patterns
((as sth.)) a female performer in a play, film, etc. She is a famous actress.
Similar Words
Synonyms: performer, starlet
Etymology
From 'actor' plus the feminine suffix '-ess'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'actress' as a female 'actor'. The '-ess' ending often denotes a female form (e.g., princess, waitress).