Nondramatic: meaning, definitions and examples

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nondramatic

 

[ nɒnˈdræmətɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

theatrical performance

Nondramatic refers to forms of art or literature that do not involve drama or theatrical performance. This term is often used to describe written works, such as poetry or prose, that lack the elements of performance found in plays or films.

Synonyms

non-dramatic, ordinary, plain, prosaic.

Examples of usage

  • The anthology includes a variety of nondramatic poems.
  • She prefers nondramatic literature for its subtlety.
  • Nondramatic genres often focus on internal conflict rather than external action.

Translations

Translations of the word "nondramatic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 nondramático

🇮🇳 नाटक रहित

🇩🇪 nondramatisch

🇮🇩 non-drama

🇺🇦 недраматичний

🇵🇱 niedramatyczny

🇯🇵 非ドラマ的

🇫🇷 non dramatique

🇪🇸 no dramático

🇹🇷 dramatik olmayan

🇰🇷 비극적이지 않은

🇸🇦 غير درامي

🇨🇿 nedramatický

🇸🇰 nedramatický

🇨🇳 非戏剧的

🇸🇮 nedramatičen

🇮🇸 ekki dramatískur

🇰🇿 драма емес

🇬🇪 არადრამატული

🇦🇿 dramatik olmayan

🇲🇽 no dramático

Etymology

The term 'nondramatic' combines the prefix 'non-', meaning 'not', with 'dramatic', which derives from the Greek word 'dramatikos' meaning 'pertaining to drama'. The word 'drama' itself originates from the Greek 'drama', which means 'action' or 'deed', and is related to the verb 'dran', meaning 'to do' or 'to act'. The use of 'nondramatic' emerged as a way to distinguish forms of expression that do not involve staged presentations, thus finding its place in discussions about literature, art, and various cultural expressions. The concept emphasizes the importance of non-performative art forms, allowing for an exploration of alternative narrative techniques and styles.