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melodramatic

/mɛləˈdræmətɪk/ adjective · British & US
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What does melodramatic mean?

adjective

Exaggerated or overly emotional in a way that is intended to be impressive or attention-grabbing, often in a way that is considered insincere or melodramatic.

Example

"The actor's melodramatic performance was over-the-top and cringeworthy."

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