Performance
11 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
The execution or accomplishment of a task, action, or function. The manner in which someone or something works or operates.
“The athlete's outstanding performance earned her a gold medal.”
Pronunciation
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/pə'fɔːməns/
Syllables
per·for·mance
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Wordle
Contains -ANCE ending with repeated letters P, E, R, F, O appearing multiple times
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Worth 18 points; the F provides excellent scoring potential
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