melodramatic
1 synonym for melodramatic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Exaggeratedly emotional or theatrical, especially about something that doesn't warrant it.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use melodramatic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
melodramatic reaction
a melodramatic tone
don't be so melodramatic
Etymology
Built from melodrama plus the suffix -tic, on the pattern of "dramatic."
Full origin of melodramatic →Frequently asked questions
What does “melodramatic” mean?
The word “melodramatic” means exaggeratedly emotional or theatrical, especially about something that doesn't warrant it. In plain terms, over-the-top emotional, in a theatrical or exaggerated way.
How do you pronounce “melodramatic”?
“Melodramatic” is pronounced mehl-uh-druh-MAT-ihk (/ˌmɛl.ə.dɹəˈmæt.ɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “melodramatic” in a sentence?
Here is “melodramatic” used in a sentence: “Stop being so melodramatic — it's just a scratch.”
What part of speech is “melodramatic”?
“Melodramatic” is an adjective.
