Theatrical: meaning, definitions and examples

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theatrical

[ θiˈætrɪkl ]

^{Context #1}

involving or relating to the presentation of plays

Relating to the theatre or the activity of acting, writing, producing, or directing plays.

Synonyms

dramatic, stage, theatric

Examples of usage

The company is known for its theatrical productions.
She has a theatrical background, having studied drama at university.

^{Context #2}

exaggerated and overly dramatic in behavior or style

Intended to be very noticeable and to attract attention, often by being very exaggerated or extreme.

Synonyms

dramatic, over-the-top, showy

Examples of usage

He made a theatrical gesture of despair.
She gave a theatrical sigh.

Translations

Translations of the word "theatrical" in other languages:

🇵🇹 teatral

🇮🇳 नाटकीय

🇩🇪 theatralisch

🇮🇩 teatral

🇺🇦 театральний

🇵🇱 teatralny

🇯🇵 演劇の

🇫🇷 théâtral

🇪🇸 teatral

🇹🇷 tiyatro

🇰🇷 연극의

🇸🇦 مسرحي

🇨🇿 divadelní

🇸🇰 divadelný

🇨🇳 戏剧的

🇸🇮 gledališki

🇮🇸 leikhús

🇰🇿 театрлық

🇬🇪 თეატრალური

🇦🇿 teatral

🇲🇽 teatral

Word origin

The word 'theatrical' originated from the late 16th century, from the French word 'theâtral' or the Latin word 'theatralis', both of which relate to the theater. Theatrical performances have a long history dating back to ancient civilizations, where plays and dramas were presented to entertain and educate audiences.