Role
noun
The job or function someone has in a situation or organization.
She played a key role in the success of the project.
Often appears as...
- play a role
- take on a role
noun
The character played by an actor in a play, movie or show.
He was cast in the lead role for the upcoming movie.
Often appears as...
- lead role
- supporting role
noun
How someone behaves in a particular social situation.
In our family, the role of disciplinarian often falls to dad.
Often appears as...
- role model
- role play
noun
A set of connected actions in a game or sport.
In chess, each piece has a distinct role to play.
Often appears as...
- role playing game
- role player
noun
The job or function someone has in a situation or organization.
She played a key role in the success of the project.
Often appears as...
- play a role
- take on a role
noun
The character played by an actor in a play, movie or show.
He was cast in the lead role for the upcoming movie.
Often appears as...
- lead role
- supporting role
noun
How someone behaves in a particular social situation.
In our family, the role of disciplinarian often falls to dad.
Often appears as...
- role model
- role play
noun
A set of connected actions in a game or sport.
In chess, each piece has a distinct role to play.
Often appears as...
- role playing game
- role player
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Beyond Profession
Role can imply temporary or situational duties, not just one's job.
He took on the role of mediator during the negotiations.
Pro Tip 2/3Implied Importance
Describing someone’s role often suggests they're important within that context.
Her role in the team cannot be underestimated.
Pro Tip 3/3Active Involvement
Using 'play a role' denotes active participation in a situation.
He plays a crucial role in our research.
Pro Tip 1/3Beyond Profession
Role can imply temporary or situational duties, not just one's job.
He took on the role of mediator during the negotiations.
Pro Tip 2/3Implied Importance
Describing someone’s role often suggests they're important within that context.
Her role in the team cannot be underestimated.
Pro Tip 3/3Active Involvement
Using 'play a role' denotes active participation in a situation.
He plays a crucial role in our research.
Pro Tip 1/3Beyond Profession
Role can imply temporary or situational duties, not just one's job.
He took on the role of mediator during the negotiations.
Pro Tip 2/3Implied Importance
Describing someone’s role often suggests they're important within that context.
Her role in the team cannot be underestimated.
Pro Tip 3/3Active Involvement
Using 'play a role' denotes active participation in a situation.
He plays a crucial role in our research.
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The statement is short and direct, calling the child by name and addressing his role in her life. So how can you apply these lie-spotting techniques to your life? First, remember that many of the lies we encounter on a daily basis are far less serious that these examples, and may even be harmless.
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and potentially strengthened, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. This is the part of the brain that plays a large role in executive function, problem solving, switching between tasks, and focusing while filtering out irrelevant information.
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A message of peace, hope...
to play along with you did you are you ever overwhelmed by just how many people there are around the world for whom what came out of your head and your mouth in your guitar played such an extraordinary role in their lives I'm continuously
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Your body language may...
but not very stress reactive, the person who's laid back. So we know that in primate hierarchies, if an alpha needs to take over, if an individual needs to take over an alpha role sort of suddenly,
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While billions of stars are scattered throughout the universe the one at the center of our solar system Plays a special role for us here on earth our
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Killer Ant Swarm...
to one hundred thousand insects in a single raid despite the ant's formidable reputation most farmers value their role as pest
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The language of lying —...
The statement is short and direct, calling the child by name and addressing his role in her life. So how can you apply these lie-spotting techniques to your life? First, remember that many of the lies we encounter on a daily basis are far less serious that these examples, and may even be harmless.
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Why do some people go...
Stem cells also play a role in regulating the growth cycle, and so scientists are investigating whether they can manipulate the activity of these cells to encourage follicles to start producing hair again. And in the meantime, while scientists hone their hair-reviving methods,
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How does caffeine keep...
Caffeine can also boost positive feelings. In some neurons, the adenosine receptors are linked to receptors for another molecule called dopamine. One of dopamine's roles in the brain is to promote feelings of pleasure. When adenosine docks in one of these paired receptors,
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3 tips to boost your...
It isn't possible to completely untangle these three factors, but the personal choices we make certainly play a major role in confidence development. So, by keeping in mind a few practical tips, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence.
Video examples
The benefits of a good...
the process by which information is moved from our fleeting short-term memory to our more durable long-term memory. This consolidation occurs with the help of a major part of the brain, known as the hippocampus. Its role in long-term memory formation
Video examples
The benefits of a...
and potentially strengthened, the dorsolateral prefrontal cortex. This is the part of the brain that plays a large role in executive function, problem solving, switching between tasks, and focusing while filtering out irrelevant information.
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A message of peace, hope...
to play along with you did you are you ever overwhelmed by just how many people there are around the world for whom what came out of your head and your mouth in your guitar played such an extraordinary role in their lives I'm continuously
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Your body language may...
but not very stress reactive, the person who's laid back. So we know that in primate hierarchies, if an alpha needs to take over, if an individual needs to take over an alpha role sort of suddenly,
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Sun 101 PIPE National...
While billions of stars are scattered throughout the universe the one at the center of our solar system Plays a special role for us here on earth our
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Killer Ant Swarm...
to one hundred thousand insects in a single raid despite the ant's formidable reputation most farmers value their role as pest
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Dakota Fanning
American Actress
I think that role model is kind of a weird thing because obviously you are, but I try to make good choices and good decisions for myself for me to have a good life. If that inspires someone else, that is great, but I think you should do good for yourself and your own happiness.
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Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Without education, your children can never really meet the challenges they will face. So it's very important to give children education and explain that they should play a role for their country.
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Lewis Hamilton
British Driver
It is open for anyone to have freedom of speech, and I guess we can all play a role in trying to make a difference in the world. Particularly if your leader is not helping in that area.
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Robin Williams
American Comedian
With film roles, it just has to be a character either I haven't done before, or a role with somebody really interesting or with an interesting person or group of people.
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Rihanna
American Musician
People - especially white people - they want me to be a role model just because of the life I lead. The things I say in my songs, they expect it of me.
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Leo Buscaglia
American Author
I've always thought that people need to feel good about themselves and I see my role as offering support to them, to provide some light along the way.
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Tom Holland
English Actor
I think, for me, I've realized the responsibility of being a role model for young kids everywhere.
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Barack Obama
American President
In America, there's a failure to appreciate Europe's leading role in the world.
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Walt Disney
American Businessman
Disneyland is the star, everything else is in the supporting role.
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Charles Barkley
American Baseball Player
I'm not paid to be a role model, parents should be role models.
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Dakota Fanning
American Actress
I think that role model is kind of a weird thing because obviously you are, but I try to make good choices and good decisions for myself for me to have a good life. If that inspires someone else, that is great, but I think you should do good for yourself and your own happiness.
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Nelson Mandela
South African Statesman
Without education, your children can never really meet the challenges they will face. So it's very important to give children education and explain that they should play a role for their country.
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Lewis Hamilton
British Driver
It is open for anyone to have freedom of speech, and I guess we can all play a role in trying to make a difference in the world. Particularly if your leader is not helping in that area.
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Robin Williams
American Comedian
With film roles, it just has to be a character either I haven't done before, or a role with somebody really interesting or with an interesting person or group of people.
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Rihanna
American Musician
People - especially white people - they want me to be a role model just because of the life I lead. The things I say in my songs, they expect it of me.
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Leo Buscaglia
American Author
I've always thought that people need to feel good about themselves and I see my role as offering support to them, to provide some light along the way.
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Tom Holland
English Actor
I think, for me, I've realized the responsibility of being a role model for young kids everywhere.
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Barack Obama
American President
In America, there's a failure to appreciate Europe's leading role in the world.
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Walt Disney
American Businessman
Disneyland is the star, everything else is in the supporting role.
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Charles Barkley
American Baseball Player
I'm not paid to be a role model, parents should be role models.
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