Meaning & Definition of word "Drama"

Drama

/ˈdræmə/

1. A mode of fictional representation through dialogue and performance.
- Example: The theater production was a gripping drama that captivated the audience.
2. A composition, specifically a play, written for performance by actors.
- Example: Shakespeare's dramas are still performed in theaters around the world.
3. An exciting, emotional, or unexpected series of events.
- Example: The reality show was filled with drama, making it hard to look away.
4. Theatrical entertainment, typically involving serious or somber themes.
- Example: After watching the drama, I stayed up late thinking about its deep themes.
5. The quality of being dramatic; an emotional or calculated presentation.
- Example: Her performance added a lot of drama to the otherwise mundane event.

From the Greek 'drama', meaning 'action, performance'.

drama queen:

A person who reacts to situations in an exaggerated way, creating unnecessary drama.

drama class:

A course or subject focused on acting and performance.

create drama:

To make a situation more complicated or intense than it needs to be.

actor:

A person who performs in plays, movies, or television.

director:

A person who oversees the production of a performance.

script:

The written text of a play, including dialogue and stage directions.

Meaning: Excess emotional display or unnecessary conflict.

Example Sentence: Stop creating so much drama all the time.

Meaning: A person who is overly dramatic in their behavior.

Example Sentence: She's such a drama, always making a big deal out of nothing.