theatrics

[thee-a-triks]

noun

1. (used with a singular verb),  the art of staging plays and other stage performances.

2. (used with a plural verb),  exaggerated, artificial, or histrionic mannerisms, actions, or words.

theatrics

/ θɪˈætrɪks /

noun

1. the art of staging plays

2. exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions

Word History and Origins

Origin of theatrics¹

1800–10; theatr(ic) ( def. ) + -ics

Related Words

• dramatics 
• histrionics 
• stagecraft