dramatic

Meanings

• adjective

  relating to or involving actions, situations, or emotions that are intended to be expressed or depicted in a vivid and emotional way, often through the medium of the performing arts.

  - "The dramatic finale of the play left the audience in awe."
  - "His dramatic entrance made a big impact on the crowd."

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Pronunciation

1. /dɹəˈmætɪk/
   
   
   
   Source: "https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=2100955"

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with dramatic
hymn , gym , limb , crime , time

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Variants

List of all variants of dramatic that leads to same result
dramatic , dramatically , dramatic ironies , dramatic irony , dramatic monologue , dramatic monologues , dramatic unities , amateur dramatic , Socratic irony , ironies , irony

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'drama', meaning 'action' or 'doing'.

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Trivia

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1. The first recorded use of the word 'drama' in English was in the 13th century.

2. The ancient Greek playwright Sophocles is known for his dramatic works, including 'Oedipus Rex' and 'Antigone'.

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Related Concepts

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1. Theatre: A form of performing arts where actors portray characters and perform stories on a stage.

2. Dramatist: A writer of plays or other dramatic works.

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Culture

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The term 'dramatic' is often used in various forms of art and literature, including theatre, film, and literature, to describe situations or scenes that are intended to evoke strong emotions in the audience.

How to Memorize "dramatic"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a theatrical performance with actors delivering emotional lines and exaggerated gestures.
   - Imagine a scene from a movie or play that leaves you feeling emotionally charged.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'dramatic' with strong emotions, such as excitement, suspense, or passion.
   - Think of the word 'dramatic' as being related to the performing arts, such as theatre or film.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the rule: 'Dramatic' is related to 'action' and 'emotion'.
   - Create a mental image of a theatrical performance to help remember the meaning of 'dramatic'.

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