act on

Found in Anh - Anh (Wordnet)

Definition Verb (transitive) : To take action or make decisions based on specific information, advice, ideas, or principles. To have an effect upon; to influence or cause a change in something. Usage The verb "act on" requires a direct object (the information, advice, or thing being acted upon). It is commonly used in professional, formal, and instructional contexts. It describes the process of...