Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word A function or part performed by someone or something in a particular situation Synonyms:
Antonyms:
This word has no antonyms Examples:
He had a big role in the play.Her role is to help new employees.
Etymology:
Middle English, from Old French rolle, from Latin rotulus, meaning a little wheel or roll; used in the theater to mean an actor's part.
Usage Statistics:
186 mentions per 1 million words
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