theatrical
adjective Also the·at·ric.
noun
- dramatic performances, now especially as given by amateurs.
- artificial or histrionic actions.
Origin of theatrical
Synonyms for theatrical
Related Words for theatrical
exaggerated, melodramatic, showy, comic, campy, operatic, thespian, vaudeville, amateur, ham, show, affected, artificial, ceremonious, histrionic, legitimate, mannered, meretricious, ostentatious, pompousExamples from the Web for theatrical
Contemporary Examples of theatrical
In reality,” Francis said, “theatrical severity and sterile pessimism are often symptoms of fear and insecurity.
Pope Francis Denounces the Vatican Elite’s 'Spiritual Alzheimer’s'Barbie Latza Nadeau
December 23, 2014
He approaches the composition of a painting rather as a theatrical director might set the scene of a play.
No doubt Smith hopes to paint Glock as a monster once again, and the theatrical complaint pulls no punches.
The classic comedy Ghostbusters is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a theatrical re-release over Labor Day weekend.
We all brought the same excitement about the theatrical element of it.
Historical Examples of theatrical
There had already been an attempt at theatrical exhibitions.
Old NewsNathaniel Hawthorne
This caused quite a sensation in the artistic world and in theatrical circles.
My Double LifeSarah Bernhardt
I was nervous, sensational, and theatrical without intending it.
My Double LifeSarah Bernhardt
Our theatrical company, of which you must have heard, leave us this week.
The Letters of Robert BurnsRobert Burns
They were giving him a theatrical performance for a birthday present.
The Chinese Fairy BookVarious