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theatricality

/θiˌæt.rɪˈkæl.ə.ti/
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Adverb:theatrically
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Plural:theatricalities
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Adjective:theatrical
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theatricality Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

Exaggerated, ostentatious, or overly dramatic behavior calculated to attract attention or produce an emotional effect.

Example

"The defense attorney's courtroom theatricality failed to distract the jury from the clear evidence."

2

The quality of being suited to, characteristic of, or effective as dramatic performance on the stage.

Example

"The director praised the bold theatricality of the lighting and costume designs in the new opera production."

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• Rhymes for theatricality

• Nearby Words

theaterland
theatric
theatrical
theatricality
theatrically
theatricals
theatrics

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in English in the 17th century from 'theatrical' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ity', ultimately tracing back via Late Latin 'theatralis' to Ancient Greek 'theatron' ('a place for viewing'), from 'theasthai' ('to behold').

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