Drama

/ˈdræmə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A mode of fictional representation through dialogue and performance.

The theater production was a gripping drama that captivated the audience.

A composition, specifically a play, written for performance by actors.

Shakespeare's dramas are still performed in theaters around the world.

An exciting, emotional, or unexpected series of events.

The reality show was filled with drama, making it hard to look away.

Theatrical entertainment, typically involving serious or somber themes.

After watching the drama, I stayed up late thinking about its deep themes.

The quality of being dramatic; an emotional or calculated presentation.

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.

Excess emotional display or unnecessary conflict.

Stop creating so much drama all the time.

A person who is overly dramatic in their behavior.

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