drama

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see also: Drama

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Pronunciation

• (RP) IPA: /ˈdɹɑːmə/
• (GA) IPA: /ˈdɹɑmə/
• (Canada, Scotland) IPA: /ˈdɹæmə/

Noun

drama (uncountable)

1. A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue
2. Such a work for television, radio or the cinema (usually one that is not a comedy)
3. Theatrical plays in general
4. A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play
5. (slang) Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life events; melodrama; an angry dispute or scene; a situation made more complicated or worse than it should be; intrigue or spiteful interpersonal maneuvering.

Synonyms

• See also Thesaurus:drama

Translations

• French: drame
• German: Drama
• Italian: dramma
• Portuguese: drama
• Russian: дра́ма
• Spanish: drama, obra teatral

Translations

• Portuguese: drama
• Russian: дра́ма

Translations

• French: drame
• German: Drama, Schauspiel
• Portuguese: drama
• Russian: дра́ма
• Spanish: drama, obra teatral

Translations

• French: drame
• Portuguese: drama
• Russian: дра́ма
• Spanish: drama

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Drama

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Proper noun

1. A town in Greece.

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