Act for
verb
To take someone's place, especially in a job or position.
While the manager was on vacation, her assistant acted for her.
Often appears as...
- act for someone
- act for the manager
verb
To perform the functions or duties of a specific role or position.
The vice-president will act for the president in his absence.
Often appears as...
- act for the president
- act for the principal
verb
To represent someone, especially in a legal context.
The lawyer will act for the defendant in court.
Often appears as...
- act for the defendant
- act for the plaintiff
Usage tips
Formal
verb
To take someone's place, especially in a job or position.
While the manager was on vacation, her assistant acted for her.
Often appears as...
- act for someone
- act for the manager
verb
To perform the functions or duties of a specific role or position.
The vice-president will act for the president in his absence.
Often appears as...
- act for the president
- act for the principal
verb
To represent someone, especially in a legal context.
The lawyer will act for the defendant in court.
Often appears as...
- act for the defendant
- act for the plaintiff
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Temporary Replacement
Used when someone temporarily takes over another person's responsibilities.
Sara will act for me while I recover from surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not a Promotion
Does not mean the person has been promoted, only covering duties temporarily.
He's only acting for the supervisor this week.
Pro Tip 3/3Expectations Clarity
Clear communication of the acting role's expectations prevents misunderstandings.
Before acting for her, clarify what tasks you're responsible for.
Pro Tip 1/3Temporary Replacement
Used when someone temporarily takes over another person's responsibilities.
Sara will act for me while I recover from surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not a Promotion
Does not mean the person has been promoted, only covering duties temporarily.
He's only acting for the supervisor this week.
Pro Tip 3/3Expectations Clarity
Clear communication of the acting role's expectations prevents misunderstandings.
Before acting for her, clarify what tasks you're responsible for.
Pro Tip 1/3Temporary Replacement
Used when someone temporarily takes over another person's responsibilities.
Sara will act for me while I recover from surgery.
Pro Tip 2/3Not a Promotion
Does not mean the person has been promoted, only covering duties temporarily.
He's only acting for the supervisor this week.
Pro Tip 3/3Expectations Clarity
Clear communication of the acting role's expectations prevents misunderstandings.
Before acting for her, clarify what tasks you're responsible for.
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