Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
histrionic
Adjective
/ˌhɪstrɪˈɒnɪk/
Definition
Excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style.
Examples
- Her histrionic reaction to the news surprised everyone in the room.
- The actor’s performance was captivating, filled with histrionic flourishes that drew the audience in.
Meaning
Relating to actors or acting; often used to describe a person who is overly emotional or dramatically expressive.
Synonyms
- Theatrical
- Dramatic
- Overemotional
- Melodramatic
- Exaggerated
