What does "Dramatic" mean?

striking or theatrical

Synonym: theatrical, exaggerated Opposite: subtle, understated

"Dramatic" in a sentence

Real example sentences from TV shows and movies.

Yeah, I just thought it would be more dramatic to slide something across the table.

— Brooklyn Nine-Nine S2E16

He's being dramatic. That's his job.

— Emily in Paris S1E10

OH, SO DRAMATIC.

— Gilmore Girls S1E2

Now, don't be so dramatic.

— Gossip Girl S2E3

Mom,you're being a little dramatic.

— Grey's Anatomy S6E1

Sorry, just being dramatic.

— How I Met Your Mother S1E5

Could you be more dramatic?

— Modern Family S1E15

Thought it was gonna be more dramatic than that.

— Parks and Recreation S5E5

"Dramatic" in TV shows & movies

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