HyperDic: histrionics

English > 2 senses of the word histrionics:
NOUNcommunicationhistrionics, theatrical performance, theatrical, representationa performance of a play
communicationhistrionicsa deliberate display of emotion for effect
histrionics > pronunciation
Soundshhih.striyaa'nihks
Rhymesacoustics ... UNIX: 110 rhymes with ihks...
English > histrionics: 2 senses > noun 1, communication
MeaningA performance of a play.
Synonymstheatrical performance, theatrical, representation
NarrowermatineeA theatrical performance held during the daytime (especially in the afternoon)
Broaderperformance, public presentationA dramatic or musical entertainment
Adjectiveshistrioniccharacteristic of acting or a stage performance
English > histrionics: 2 senses > noun 2, communication
MeaningA deliberate display of emotion for effect.
Broaderdisplaybehavior that makes your feelings public
Spanishhistrionismo

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