action

noun verb

Stress: first syllable

Syllables: ac-tion (2)
English Definition

The fact or process of doing something, typically to achieve an aim.

Example Sentence

We must take action immediately.

US IPA /ˈÊk.ʃən/
UK IPA /ˈÊk.ʃən/

Synonyms

deed activity movement operation step

Antonyms

inaction inactivity apathy