dramatics (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /drəˈmætɪks/
Definition
Exaggerated or theatrical behavior, often used to attract attention or express strong emotions.
Examples
His constant complaints and exaggerated sighs were nothing but pure dramatics.
Please, no more dramatics; let's just discuss the issue calmly.
She tends to resort to dramatics when she doesn't get her way.
How to Use dramatics
- resort to dramatics (collocation)
- To use exaggerated behavior when other methods fail. — "When he couldn't convince them, he resorted to dramatics."
- avoid dramatics (collocation)
- To stay away from overly emotional or theatrical behavior. — "Let's try to solve this problem without any dramatics."
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