Practice (Verb)

Meaning ¹

Learn by repetition; "We drilled French verbs every day"; "Pianists practice scales".

Classification

Verbs of thinking, judging, analyzing, doubting.

Synonyms

• Exercise
• Drill
• Practise

Hypernyms

• Learn
• Take
• Study

Related Words

• Practice (noun)

Meaning ²

Engage in a rehearsal (of).

Classification

Verbs of sewing, baking, painting, performing.

Examples

• The musicians gathered to practice the orchestra concert one last time before the performance.
• The actors began to practice their lines, preparing for the upcoming play.
• The sports team arrived early to practice their drills and strategies.
• She decided to practice the piano piece several times each day to perfect it.
• The debate team arrived hours early to practice their arguments before the competition.

Synonyms

• Rehearse
• Practise

Hypernyms

• Execute
• Perform

Hyponyms

• Scrimmage
• Walk Through

Related Words

• Practice (noun)

Meaning ³

Carry out or practice; as of jobs and professions; "practice law".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Synonyms

• Exercise
• Do
• Practise

Hyponyms

• Shamanise

Related Words

• Practice (noun)

Meaning ⁴

Avail oneself to; "apply a principle"; "practice a religion"; "use care when going down the stairs"; "use your common sense"; "practice non-violent resistance".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Synonyms

• Use
• Apply

Related Words

• Practice (noun)

Meaning ⁵

Engage in or perform; "practice safe sex"; "commit a random act of kindness".

Classification

Verbs of political and social activities and events.

Synonyms

• Commit

Hypernyms

• Prosecute
• Pursue