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MELODRAMATIC

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Melodramatic.

Melodramatic - as an adjective satellite

Having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama

Example: "A melodramatic account of two perilous days at sea"

Characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected

Example: "Histrionic gestures"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
histrionic

Melodramatic - as an adjective

Of or pertaining to melodrama; like or suitable to a melodrama; unnatural in situation or action.

Exaggeratedly emotional or sentimental.

Example: "She wrote him a melodramatic letter, threatening to kill herself."

Example Sentences

"She always overreacts to the smallest problems, making everything melodramatic."
"The actor's portrayal was so melodramatic that it was almost comical."
"The movie's plot was predictable and melodramatic."
"Her melodramatic gestures and expressions drew everyone's attention."
"He has a tendency to make melodramatic statements about his life."
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Word Game Points

Is MELODRAMATIC a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, melodramatic is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

MELODRAMATIC has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is MELODRAMATIC a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, melodramatic is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
MELODRAMATIC has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is MELODRAMATIC a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, melodramatic is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
MELODRAMATIC has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.

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