dramatics

/drəˈmætɪks/
noun
  1. The art or activity of acting in or producing plays; theatrical performances.
    • He has a natural talent for dramatics and loves being on stage.
    • The school's dramatics club puts on two shows every year.
    • She studied dramatics in college and later became a professional actress.
  2. Exaggerated or overly emotional behavior intended to attract attention.
    • I don't have time for your dramatics right now.
    • Please stop with the dramatics; it's just a small mistake.
    • His dramatics during the meeting made everyone uncomfortable.
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