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Definition of overdramatic

overdramatic

/ˌoʊvərdrəˈmætɪk/
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Adverb:overdramatically
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overdramatic Lexical Profile

overdramatic Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Characterized by excessive, exaggerated, or inappropriate emotional reactions or theatricality.

Example

"She told him not to be so overdramatic about a minor scratch on the car bumper."

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• Nearby Words

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