role

[rohl]

role Definition

• 1. the function or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation
• 2. an actor's part in a play, movie, etc.

Using role: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "role" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The role of the teacher is to educate students.

• Example

  She played the role of the villain in the movie.

• Example

  The company is looking for someone to fill the role of CEO.

• Example

  He has an important role in the project.

role Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for role

• function
• part
• capacity
• position
• responsibility

Antonyms for role

• disorganization
• disorder

Idioms Using role

• cast in a role

  to be chosen to play a particular character in a play, movie, or other performance

  Example

  She was cast in the role of the princess.

• fill a role

  to take on a particular position or job

  Example

  He was hired to fill the role of manager.

• know one's role

  to understand and accept one's place or position in a particular situation

  Example

  She knows her role in the company and works hard to fulfill it.

Phrases with role

• lead role

  the main character in a play, movie, or other performance

  Example

  She was offered the lead role in the new movie.

• supporting role

  a smaller part in a play, movie, or other performance that is not the main character

  Example

  He played a supporting role in the play.

• play a role

  to have an effect or influence on something

  Example

  The weather played a role in the cancellation of the event.

Origins of role

from Old French 'rôle', meaning 'roll, scroll'

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Summary: role in Brief

The term 'role' [rohl] refers to the function or part played by a person or thing in a particular situation. It can also refer to an actor's part in a play or movie. Examples include 'The role of the teacher is to educate students.' and 'She played the role of the villain in the movie.' Phrases like 'lead role' and idioms like 'know one's role' are also common. 'Role' is often used in formal contexts, such as 'He has an important role in the project.'