audition

Definitions

A trial performance by an actor, singer, or musician to demonstrate their suitability for a role or job.

The power or sense of hearing.

To perform a trial performance for a role or job.

Examples

She spent all morning preparing for her audition for the lead role in the play.

The director decided to hold an open audition to find new talent for the upcoming film.

Synonyms

tryout test trial screening interview performance assessment

Antonyms

rejection dismissal exclusion neglect ignore avoidance refusal