melodrama
(mel-o-dra-ma)
4 syllables
Definition
noun. 1 a play or film characterized by extravagant action and emotion; 2 overdramatic emotion or behavior; 3 a romantic drama with sensationalsituations and incidents
Example Sentence
In a melodrama the audience boos whenever the villain appears.
Synonyms
emotional dramatization; extravagant play; overdramatic emotion
Antonyms
Hear It! Say It! Write It!
melodrama
Rhymes
- melodrama