Meaning & Definition of word "Theatrical"
Theatrical
/θiˈætrɪkəl/
adjective:
- 1. Of or relating to the theater or dramatic performances; exaggerated or overly dramatic.
- Example: Her theatrical gestures captured the audience's attention and added flair to her performance.
- 2. Characteristic of a theater or drama; dramatic.
- Example: The scene had a theatrical quality, with dramatic lighting and expressive music.
- 3. Tending to make a showy display; overly dramatic or artificial in manner.
- Example: His theatrical personality often made him the center of attention at social gatherings.
- 4. Relating to the production of plays or performances.
- Example: They enrolled in a theatrical program to learn the art of acting and stagecraft.
Etymology
●From the Greek 'theatron', meaning 'a place for viewing'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
theatrical flair:
A distinctive or showy manner of presentation.
theatrical performance:
A live acting presentation in front of an audience.
theatrical production:
The overall process of creating a theatrical performance.
Related Words
theater:
A place where plays and performances are presented.
drama:
A genre of literature intended for performance.
actor:
A person who performs in plays, movies, or television.
Slang Meanings of theatrical
Meaning: Drama queen
● Example Sentence: She always acts like a theatrical diva whenever she doesn’t get her way.
Meaning: Over the top
● Example Sentence: His response to the situation was so theatrical; it was really just a minor issue.