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Histrionically: meaning, definitions and examples

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histrionically

 

[ hɪˌstrɪˈɒnɪkli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in acting

In a theatrical or dramatic manner, especially with exaggerated emotion or gesture.

Synonyms

dramatically, emotionally, theatrically

Examples of usage

  • She performed histrionically, with wild gestures and dramatic pauses.
  • The actor delivered his lines histrionically, drawing out each word for maximum effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "histrionically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 histrionicamente

🇮🇳 नाटकीय रूप से

🇩🇪 theatralisch

🇮🇩 secara teatrikal

🇺🇦 театрально

🇵🇱 teatralnie

🇯🇵 演技的に

🇫🇷 théâtralement

🇪🇸 teatralmente

🇹🇷 abartılı bir şekilde

🇰🇷 연극적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل مسرحي

🇨🇿 herecky

🇸🇰 herecky

🇨🇳 戏剧性地

🇸🇮 teatralno

🇮🇸 leikrænt

🇰🇿 театрлық түрде

🇬🇪 თეატრალურად

🇦🇿 teatral şəkildə

🇲🇽 teatralmente

Etymology

The adverb 'histrionically' is derived from the noun 'histrionic', which comes from the Latin word 'histrionicus', meaning 'pertaining to an actor'. The term originated in the mid 17th century to describe dramatic or theatrical behavior. Over time, 'histrionic' came to be associated with exaggerated or melodramatic acting styles, leading to the adverb 'histrionically' being used to describe performances with excessive emotion or gesture.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,533, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.