dramatic

dra-mat-ic · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Relating to drama or the performance of drama.

  2. 2.

    Sudden and striking; producing a strong impression.

  3. 3.

    Tending to behave in an exaggerated or theatrical manner.

Phrases & expressions

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    dramatic effect — done for maximum impact or impression
  • •
    dramatic irony — when the audience knows something the characters do not
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    dramatic pause — a deliberate silence for emphasis

Related words

Antonyms: ordinary, subtle, understated
See also: drama, dramatically, theatrical
Synonyms: spectacular, striking, theatrical

Etymology

From Late Latin dramaticus, from Greek dramatikos, from drama ("action, play").