drama
/ˈdɹɑmə/
Word Rarity
Uncommon
Frequency: 4.67 in modern English
8
Scrabble Score
5
Letters
2
Syllables
4
Unique Chars
Meaning
noun
A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue.
Countable
noun
A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play.
Countable; Uncountable
noun
Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life or online events; melodrama; an angry dispute or scene; a situation made more complicated or worse than it should be; intrigue or spiteful interpersonal maneuvering.
Slang; Uncountable
name
A city, a municipality, a regional unit of the East Macedonia and Thrace region, in north-eastern Greece.
Example Sentences
- "The author released her latest drama, which became a best-seller."
- "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."
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.
Origin
Word Breakdown
- Root: drāma, δρᾶμα
Regional Pronunciation
- American English: /ˈdɹɑmə/
- British English: /ˈdɹɑːmə/