Dramatics

B1 16+

Pronunciation: /drəˈmætɪks/

Definitions of dramatics

noun the art of performing or staging plays, movies, or other forms of entertainment

Example Sentences

A1 She enjoys watching dramatics on TV.

A2 The students put on a short dramatics performance for their parents.

B1 The play was full of intense dramatics, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats.

B2 The actor's mastery of dramatics brought the character to life on stage.

C1 Her ability to convey emotion through dramatics is truly remarkable.

C2 The director's use of dramatics created a powerful and unforgettable theatrical experience.

adjective relating to the performance of plays or movies

Example Sentences

A1 She is known for her dramatics whenever she gets upset.

A2 The children put on a dramatics performance for their parents.

B1 The actor's dramatics on stage captivated the audience.

B2 The politician's dramatics during the debate were criticized by the media.

C1 The director's use of dramatics in the film added depth to the storyline.

C2 The actress's subtle dramatics in her performance earned her critical acclaim.

Examples of dramatics in a Sentence

formal The actor's performance was filled with unnecessary dramatics.

informal She always adds a touch of dramatics to her stories.

slang Stop with the dramatics, it's not that big of a deal.

figurative His reaction to the news was pure dramatics, as if the world was ending.

Grammatical Forms of dramatics

past tense

dramatized

plural

dramatics

comparative

more dramatic

superlative

most dramatic

present tense

dramatizes

future tense

will dramatize

perfect tense

has dramatized

continuous tense

is dramatizing

singular

dramatic

positive degree

dramatic

infinitive

to dramatize

gerund

dramatizing

participle

dramatizing

Origin and Evolution of dramatics

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin and Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'dramatics' originated from the Latin word 'dramaticus', which was derived from the Greek word 'dramatikos' meaning 'pertaining to plays or drama'.
Evolution of the word: Initially used to describe anything related to drama or plays, the term 'dramatics' has evolved to also refer to exaggerated or overly emotional behavior in everyday situations.