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actress

[ak-tris] / ˈæk trɪs /
NOUN
woman actor
Synonyms
STRONGEST
diva leading lady starlet
STRONG
ingenue
WEAK
prima donna

Example Sentences

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Hailed as a pioneer for her efforts on the international stage, Shange was also a formidable actress with a career spanning decades.

From BBC • Apr. 20, 2026

In 2020, the actress and CEO of the lifestyle brand Goop started to plan an all-day brasserie in Brentwood, Calif., the wealthy Los Angeles enclave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The actress and CEO of the lifestyle brand Goop launched the delivery and pickup company in 2021.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The role-playing adventure, made by French studio Sandfall Interactive, took home three awards in total, also winning debut game and lead performer for actress Jennifer English.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

I'm no actress, but I can tell Kareena's script is amazing.

From "You Bring the Distant Near" by Mitali Perkins

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