Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

melodramático

adjective

mel-o-dra-MÁ-ti-co

Definition

related to or characterized by melodrama; overly emotional or sensational.

Examples

In film: The movie was criticized for its melodramático plot twists that didn’t feel genuine.
In literature: The author’s style was often melodramático, featuring intense characters and far-fetched scenarios.

Meaning

Melodramático describes actions, performances, or situations that are exaggerated and appeal strongly to emotions, often in a theatrical or dramatic way.