Dramatic
Definition of Dramatic
Dra`mat´ic
Pronunciation:
drå`măt´ĭk
a.
1.
Of
or
pertaining
to
the
drama
;
as
,
dramatic
arts
.
2.
suitable
to
or
characteristic
of
or
having
the
qualities
of
,
a
drama
;
theatrical
;
as
,
a
dramatic
entrance
in
a
swirling
cape
;
a
dramatic
rescue
at
sea
.
Opposite
of
undramatic
.
The
emperor
. . .
performed
his
part
with
much
dramatic
effect
.
- Motley.
3.
striking
in
appearance
or
effect
;
vivid
;
having
a
thrilling
effect
;
as
,
a
dramatic
sunset
;
a
dramatic
pause
.
4.
(Music)
marked
by
power
and
expressiveness
and
a
histrionic
or
theatrical
style
; -
of
a
singer
or
singing
voice
;
as
,
a
dramatic
tenor
;
a
dramatic
soprano
.
Contrasted
to
lyric
.
Related Words
impressive
,
spectacular
,
striking
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