theatrical
Meaning
Pertaining to the art or practice of drama and performance; characterized by exaggerated or ostentatious behavior, often employed to evoke strong emotional responses or to emphasize a particular narrative or theme in a theatrical context.
💡 While "theatrical" can denote a genuine artistic quality, it is often used pejoratively to describe behavior that is overly dramatic or insincere in everyday situations.
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theatrical performance
theatrical techniques
theatrical conventions
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