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Definition of melodramatics

melodramatics

/ˌmɛl.ə.drəˈmæt.ɪks/
mel · o · dra · mat · ics
Adverb:melodramatically
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Plural:melodramatics
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Adjective:melodramatic
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melodramatics Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Exaggerated, overemotional, or overly theatrical behavior and reactions.

Example

"The director had little patience for the actor's constant melodramatics on set."

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melodrama
melodramatic
melodramatically
melodramatics
melody
melon
melt

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 19th century as a plural noun from the adjective 'melodramatic,' which derives from French 'mélodrame' (combining Ancient Greek 'melos' meaning 'song' and 'drama' meaning 'theatrical action').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Melodramatics. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/melodramatics
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