dramatic (드러-매-틱 (강세: 매)) — relating to drama or having a sudden, striking, or impressive effect
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to drama or having a sudden, striking, or impressive effect
Pronunciation (IPA): /drəˈmætɪk/
Korean meaning: 극적인, 드라마와 관련된, 갑작스럽고 인상적인
Korean pronunciation: 드러-매-틱 (강세: 매)
Example Sentences
- My mom's reaction to my report card was so dramatic, I thought she was auditioning for a soap opera.
- The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.
- He made a dramatic entrance by sliding down the banister instead of using the stairs.
dramatic
ADJECTIVE//drəˈmætɪk//
relating to drama or having a sudden, striking, or impressive effect
Nobody died — but she made it dramatic enough that the whole street came out to watch.
Every DRAMA gets a TICK — that is what makes it dramatic. (DRAMA + TICK → DRAMATIC = when the DRAMA gets a TICK — confirmed, certified, officially over the top)
Dramatic and automatic — the reaction was nothing short of systematic.
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Greek 'dramatikos' meaning 'of or pertaining to drama,' derived from 'drama' (a deed or action, a theatrical performance). The word entered English through Latin and Old French during the medieval period.
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📝Examples
“My mom's reaction to my report card was so dramatic, I thought she was auditioning for a soap opera.”
“The dramatic sunset painted the sky in brilliant colors.”
“He made a dramatic entrance by sliding down the banister instead of using the stairs.”
“The company saw a dramatic rise in sales after the new marketing campaign.”
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