Stagy: meaning, definitions and examples
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stagy
[ หsteษชdสi ]
theatrical performance
The term 'stagy' refers to something that is overly theatrical or exaggerated in manner or style, resembling a performance on stage rather than real life. It often implies that the way something is presented is too dramatic or artificial. When describing a person's behavior or a particular scene, it indicates a lack of authenticity, making it seem contrived or forced. Such behavior or portrayal can distract from the intended emotional impact and may leave the audience feeling disconnected.
Synonyms
affected, dramatic, exaggerated, melodramatic, theatrical.
Examples of usage
- Her stagy acting made the play seem less realistic.
- The overly stagy dialogue ruined the film's mood.
- They delivered their speeches in a stagy manner that felt rehearsed.
- The staging of the production was beautiful, but it felt stagy.
Translations
Translations of the word "stagy" in other languages:
๐ต๐น estรกgio
๐ฎ๐ณ เค เคตเคงเคฟ
๐ฉ๐ช Stadium
๐ฎ๐ฉ tahap
๐บ๐ฆ ััะฐะดัั
๐ต๐ฑ etap
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฎต้
๐ซ๐ท รฉtape
๐ช๐ธ etapa
๐น๐ท aลama
๐ฐ๐ท ๋จ๊ณ
๐ธ๐ฆ ู ุฑุญูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ stรกdium
๐ธ๐ฐ ลกtรกdium
๐จ๐ณ ้ถๆฎต
๐ธ๐ฎ stopnja
๐ฎ๐ธ stig
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะบะตะทะตาฃ
๐ฌ๐ช แจแแฏแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ mษrhษlษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ etapa
Etymology
The word 'stagy' originates from the early 20th century, derived from the noun 'stage' which refers to a raised platform where performances take place. The suffix '-y' typically denotes a characteristic or quality. As a result, 'stagy' describes the quality of being in the style of a stage performance. The concept is rooted in the characteristics of theatrical productions, which often employ heightened gestures, intonation, and expressions to convey emotions and narratives. Over time, 'stagy' has come to carry a negative connotation, implying that something is not genuine or is excessively dramatized. The use of this word often reflects a critique of artistic expression that emphasizes style over substance. This adjective is frequently applied not only to performances but also to personal interactions and other forms of expression that feel inauthentic or overly crafted.