Act

usgb/ækt/
noun

Something that someone does.

His act of kindness made her day.
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Often appears as...

  • act of god
  • act of kindness
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Non-Physical Action

The word 'act' here includes intangible actions, like decisions or thoughts.

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Her act of forgiveness was unexpected.
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Positive or Negative

'Act' doesn't imply good or bad. It's neutral and depends on context.

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His deceptive act shocked everyone.
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