Definition & Meaning of "melodramatic"in English

melodramatic

exaggerated or overly emotional in a theatrical or sensational way

Grammatical Information

Composition

Compound

qualitative

Superlative

most melodramatic

Comparative

more melodramatic

gradable

domain

behavior, emotion, performance

Examples

Sarah's reaction to the minor inconvenience was melodramatic, complete with tears and exclamations.

characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected

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