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Definition of dramedy

dramedy

/ˈdrɑːmədi/
dram · e · dy
Plural:dramedies
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dramedy Lexical Profile

dramedy Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

A television program, film, or theatrical work (or the genre of such works) that combines elements of both drama and comedy in roughly equal measure.

Example

"The critically acclaimed series is a heartfelt dramedy that balances emotional family struggles with sharp, everyday humor."

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• Rhymes for dramedy

• Nearby Words

dramatist
dramatization
dramatize
dramedy
drape
drapery
drapey

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the late 20th century as a portmanteau blending 'drama' and 'comedy', popularized by American television critics in the 1980s.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Dramedy. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 1, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/dramedy
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