Acting detective Synonyms

Definitions for Acting


  • (adjective) serving in a position for the time being
  • (noun) the performance of a part or role in a drama
  • (adjective) serving temporarily especially as a substitute

Definitions for Detective


  • (noun) a person not on the police force who investigates criminal or illicit activity or searches for missing persons
  • (noun) a police officer who investigates crimes
  • (noun) an investigator engaged or employed in obtaining information not easily available to the public