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drama

n. C / U
A2 Elementary Oxford US //ˈdɹɑmə// UK //dɹˈɑːmɐ// dra·ma Academic General-service Slang

n. a play for the theater, radio, or television. In daily life, you use this word for exciting or emotional events that cause a lot of worry or interest.

n. a composition in prose or verse intended to be performed by actors; also refers to a state of emotional conflict or excitement in real-world situations. Often used to describe the genre of serious fiction as opposed to comedy.


SIMPLE

The new hospital drama is very popular on TV.

CONTEXTUAL

I don't want any more drama in my life, so I am staying away from their arguments.

COMPLEX

While the script was technically a drama, the director infused the performance with moments of levity to prevent the audience from becoming overwhelmed by the protagonist's tragic circumstances.

Synonyms
Origin

From Late Latin drāma, from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma, “an act, a theatrical act, a play”), from δράω (dráō, “to act, to take action, to achieve”). Doublet of dorama.

Usage

Uncountable when referring to the genre or general excitement; countable when referring to a specific play or series of events.

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