drama
//ˈdɹɑːmə//
Forms
- Plural
- dramas
Definitions
1.A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue.
- The author released her latest drama, which became a best-seller.
2.Such a work for television, radio or the cinema, usually one that is not a comedy.
3.Theatrical plays in general.
4.A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play.
- After losing my job, having a car crash, and the big row with my neighbours, I don't need any more drama.
- Thais have been gripped by the two-week drama unfolding at the Tham Luang cave system, and took to social media Sunday as rescue efforts unfolded.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #2679
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
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Word family
Etymology
From Late Latin drāma, from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drâma, “an act, a theatrical act, a play”), from δράω (dráō, “to act, to take action, to achieve”).
Doublet of dorama.