dramatics

noun, plural in form but singular or plural in construction

dra·mat·ics | \ drə-ˈma-tiks

Definition of dramatics

1 : the study or practice of theatrical arts (such as acting and stagecraft)

2 : dramatic behavior or expression

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At Goldsboro High School, a young dramatics teacher, Andy Griffith, the future actor and comedian, befriended Carl and urged him to pursue a theatrical career. — Robert D. Mcfadden, New York Times, "Carl Kasell, NPR Newsman Who Discovered Laughs, Dies at 84," 17 Apr. 2018 Ellington's eighth 3-pointer then set up the closing minute-dramatics. — Ira Winderman, Sun-Sentinel.com, "Heat go overtime for season-ending win over Raptors, No. 6 seed, matchup vs. 76ers," 12 Apr. 2018

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dramatics

noun

English Language Learners Definition of dramatics

: behavior that is very emotional in a way that does not seem sincere : exaggerated behavior

: the study or practice of acting in or producing plays

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