actorish
|ac-tor-ish|
/ˈæktərɪʃ/
resembling an actor
Etymology
'actorish' originates from the English word 'actor,' with the suffix '-ish' added to denote resemblance or characteristic.
'actor' changed from the Latin word 'actor,' meaning 'doer' or 'performer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'actor.' The suffix '-ish' is of Old English origin, used to form adjectives indicating a characteristic.
Initially, 'actor' meant 'doer' or 'performer,' and 'actorish' evolved to mean resembling or characteristic of an actor.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or characteristic of an actor, especially in being theatrical or dramatic.
His gestures were quite actorish, as if he were performing on stage.
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Last updated: 2025/05/01 10:06