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