Theatrical

/θiˈætrɪkəl/ adjective

Definition

relating to theater or drama; exaggerated or overly dramatic in manner

Etymology

from Greek 'theatrikos', from 'theatron' (theater), from 'theasthai' (to behold, see)

Kelly Says

The Greeks gave us this word from their love of drama - 'theatron' literally meant 'a place for seeing.' When someone's being theatrical today, they're channeling those ancient Greek actors with their big, dramatic gestures!

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