acturience

/ækˈtʃɜːrɪns/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obscure term for a person’s ability to act or perform in a theatrical or dramatic sense, especially in a skilled or professional manner.

“The actress’s impressive acturience earned her a nomination for Best Actress.”

2. noun

A term also used to describe a person’s capacity to act or behave in a particular way, especially in a socially acceptable or desirable manner.

“Her acturience as a leader was instrumental in resolving the conflict.”

Synonyms

  • dramatics
  • theatrics

Antonyms

  • clumsiness
  • inability