dramatic, theatrical, histrionic, melodramatic mean having a character or an effect like that of acted plays. dramatic applies to situations in life and literature that stir the imagination and …

dramatic adjective (EXCITING) (of an event or situation) producing excitement and strong interest because unexpected, surprising, or dangerous:

Dramatic definition: of or relating to the drama.. See examples of DRAMATIC used in a sentence.

1. of or pertaining to the drama; theatrical. 2. employing the form or style of the drama. 3. involving conflict or contrast; vivid: dramatic colors. 4. highly effective or compelling: a dramatic silence.

Definition of dramatic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

A dramatic change or event happens suddenly and is very noticeable and surprising. Changes in sea level could have a dramatic effect. This policy has led to a dramatic increase in our prison …

dra•mat•ic (drə mat′ ik), adj. of or pertaining to the drama. employing the form or manner of the drama. characteristic of or appropriate to the drama, esp. in involving conflict or contrast; vivid; …

1. Of or relating to drama or the theater. 2. Characterized by or expressive of the action or emotion associated with drama or the theater: a dramatic rescue. 3. Arresting or forceful in …

Some common synonyms of dramatic are histrionic, melodramatic, and theatrical. While all these words mean "having a character or an effect like that of acted plays," dramatic applies to …

DRAMATIC definition: 1. very sudden or noticeable: 2. full of action and excitement: 3. relating to plays and acting. Learn more.