histrionic in French

histrionic in French is théâtral, histrionique — histrionic means excessively dramatic or emotional in a way that seems staged and is meant to attract attention.

histrionic in French

théâtral

adj

Of or relating to actors or acting.

histrionique

adj

(by extension) Excessively dramatic or emotional, especially with the intention to draw attention.

What does "histrionic" mean?

adjective Excessively dramatic or emotional in a way that seems staged and is meant to attract attention.
"Her histrionic reaction to a delayed train had the whole carriage staring."
adjective Relating to actors, acting or the theatre.
"The company was praised for its histrionic skill rather than its choice of plays."
noun Exaggerated dramatic behaviour designed to produce an effect on other people; usually used in the plural, histrionics.
"Spare me the histrionics and just tell me what went wrong."

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

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C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

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histrionic in a sentence

Her histrionic reaction to a delayed train had the whole carriage staring.
He made a histrionic show of tearing up the contract.
The company was praised for its histrionic skill rather than its choice of plays.
Spare me the histrionics and just tell me what went wrong.

Similar words in French

affected dramatic melodramatic theatrical

Common French translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "histrionic" in French?

"histrionic" in French is théâtral, histrionique. histrionic means: Excessively dramatic or emotional in a way that seems staged and is meant to attract attention.

How do you use "histrionic" in a sentence?

Example: "Her histrionic reaction to a delayed train had the whole carriage staring." In French, "histrionic" is théâtral, histrionique.

Are there other ways to say "histrionic" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "histrionic": théâtral, histrionique.

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