Definitions for role

role role

Spelling: [rohl]
IPA: /roʊl/

Role is a 4 letter English word. It's valid Scrabble word worth 4 points. It's valid Words with friends word worth 5 points.

You can make 28 anagrams from letters in role (elor).

Definitions for role

noun

  1. a part or character played by an actor or actress.
  2. proper or customary function:
  3. Sociology. the rights, obligations, and expected behavior patterns associated with a particular social status.

Origin of role

1600-10; French rôle roll (as of paper) containing the actor's part

Examples for role

Acting legend talks about what role is closest to her heart.

His role was that of the deeply respectful "brother artist."

At forty if a man chooses to assume the role of Orlando he does it to perfection.

Genetics alone does not an eating disorder make, generally speaking, and Bulik points out that environment still plays a role.

David Prowse, the actor who portrayed Darth Vader, wished to come back but had to turn down the role because of ill health.

The role of private investigators has stirred controversy in the investigation.

“I have to think her body type played a role,” said Rachel Greenblatt, a Lecturer in Jewish Studies at Harvard University.

They have made the prelude, and the importance of their role has passed.

Perhaps in desperation you may assume the role of cook yourself.

If he had learned his role by heart, he could not have played it better.

Word Value for role
Scrable

4

Words with friends

5

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