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underact

UK
/ˌʌndəˈrækt/
US
/ˌʌndərˈækt/

Translations

underactverb
underacted
Past Simple
underacted
Past Participle
underacting
Gerund
UK
/ˌʌndəˈrækt/
US
/ˌʌndərˈækt/
The actor decided to underact in the scene to create a more subtle effect.
Актёр решил недоигрывать в сцене, чтобы создать более тонкий эффект.
Additional translations
проявлять недовыраженность
перестараться в сдержанности
Synonyms
diminish
play down
soft-pedal
minimize
downplay
Antonyms
overact

Definitions

underactverb
To perform (a role) with restraint or subtlety, often to the point of being less expressive than expected.
The actor chose to underact in the dramatic scene, allowing the audience to focus on the dialogue rather than his emotions.
To act or function at a level below normal or expected performance.
If the pump underacts, the system pressure will drop.
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