Definition of DRAMATIC

dramatic

Meanings

Adjective

  • suitable to or characteristic of drama
    • "a dramatic entrance in a swirling cape"
    • "a dramatic rescue at sea"
  • pertaining to or characteristic of drama
    • "dramatic arts"
  • used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style
    • "a dramatic tenor"
    • "a dramatic soprano"

Adjective Satellite

  • sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect
    • "a dramatic sunset"
    • "a dramatic pause"

Adj

  • Of or relating to the drama.
  • Striking in appearance or effect.
  • Having a powerful, expressive singing voice.
  • Tending to exaggerate in order to get attention.

Origin / Etymology

From Ancient Greek δραματικός (dramatikós), from δρᾶμα (drâma, “drama, play”), from δράω (dráō, “I do, accomplish”). By surface analysis, drama + -tic.

Synonyms

spectacular, striking

Antonyms

lyric, undramatic

Scrabble Score: 13

dramatic is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
dramatic is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
dramatic is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

dramatic is a valid Words With Friends word