Melodramatic (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama; "a melodramatic account of two perilous days at sea".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The news report gave a melodramatic account of the hurricane's devastating impact on the coastal town.
- Her melodramatic sighs and dramatic hand gestures made it clear she was unhappy with the decision.
- The actor's melodramatic portrayal of the tragic hero brought the audience to tears.
- The film's melodramatic ending, complete with a dramatic music swell, left viewers on the edge of their seats.
- The novelist's melodramatic descriptions of the characters' emotions added to the overall sense of tension and suspense.
Meaning 2
Characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected; "histrionic gestures"; "an attitude of melodramatic despair"; "a theatrical pose".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her over-the-top performances earned her a reputation for being melodramatic on set.
- The young actor's tendency to cry on cue often came across as melodramatic to the director.
- The lead actor's melodramatic entrance left the audience rolling their eyes.
- The actress was known for her melodramatic flailing on stage, but some found it distracting.
- He played the scene with a melodramatic intensity that stole the spotlight.