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dramaturgically

dramaturgically

9.4
In a showy way to attract attention
  • adverb
  • /ˌdræməˈtɜrdʒɪkli/
translation icon : dramáticamente
  • The announcement was made dramaturgically, with music and dramatic lighting.

Examples

  • She always tells stories dramaturgically, using gestures and changes in her voice.

  • He entered the meeting dramaturgically, making sure all eyes were on him.

  • The play was staged dramaturgically to highlight the main themes.

  • He approached the scene dramaturgically, ensuring every moment captivated the audience.

  • The announcement was made dramaturgically, with music and dramatic lighting.

  • He entered the meeting dramaturgically, making sure all eyes were on him.

  • She always tells stories dramaturgically, using gestures and changes in her voice.

Synonyms

dramatically
vsdramaturgically
330 3.9

In a way that is very noticeable or extreme

is specifically theatrical and staged to produce that striking impression
theatrically
vsdramaturgically
5 6.2

In a dramatic, exaggerated way like an actor on stage

is aimed at creating a crafted dramatic impression for viewers
melodramatically
vsdramaturgically
1 7.2

In a way that shows too much feeling to seem real

emphasizes theatrical craft to make an effect rather than raw emotion
histrionically
vsdramaturgically
1 8.9

In a very dramatic way as if acting on stage

focuses on designed dramatic presentation rather than natural feeling
operatically
vsdramaturgically
1 7.7

In a very dramatic and emotional way like an opera performance

uses theatrical means to create drama rather than musical performance itself
showily
vsdramaturgically
1 7.2

In a way that is bright and attracts attention

is crafted theatricality aimed at dramatic impact rather than mere flashiness
stagily
vsdramaturgically
9.0

In a way that looks like acting on a stage

is about planned dramatic effect intended to attract attention
overdramatically
vsdramaturgically
6.9

In a way that shows too much feeling or action

is intentionally styled to create a dramatic effect for observers
campily
vsdramaturgically
8.8

In a very dramatic, playful way that makes people laugh

leans toward deliberate dramatic display for attention rather than ironic play

How Theatrical

dramaturgically
9.4
theatrically
5 6.2
subtly
48 5.1

Surface Forms

dramaturgically positive

Morphology

dramaturgically = dramaturgical (semi-transparent) = dramaturg + ical + ly

The adverb is formed regularly by adding the productive adverbial suffix '-ly' to the adjective 'dramaturgical'.

Etymology

The word dramaturgically comes from the parts drama ('action' or 'play') and ergon ('work') and is linked to the familiar word dramatic. So to act dramaturgically is to do something like a play, in a showy, attention-grabbing way.