Theatricality: meaning, definitions and examples
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theatricality
[ ฮธiหหรฆtrษชkษlษชti ]
performance art
Theatricality refers to the quality or condition of being theatrical, especially in an exaggerated or dramatic manner. It is often used to describe performances that are marked by heightened emotions, elaborate staging, and an overall sense of drama that draws attention to the art of performance itself.
Synonyms
drama, exaggeration, showiness, stagedness.
Examples of usage
- Her performance was filled with theatricality, making every moment captivating.
- The production's theatricality was evident in its grand set design.
- The actor's use of facial expressions added to the theatricality of the scene.
- Strong theatricality is essential in engaging the audience effectively.
Translations
Translations of the word "theatricality" in other languages:
๐ต๐น teatralidade
๐ฎ๐ณ เคจเคพเคเคเฅเคฏเคคเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Theatralitรคt
๐ฎ๐ฉ teatrikalitas
๐บ๐ฆ ัะตะฐััะฐะปัะฝัััั
๐ต๐ฑ teatralnoลฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ๆผๅๆง
๐ซ๐ท thรฉรขtralitรฉ
๐ช๐ธ teatralidad
๐น๐ท tiyatroculuk
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฐ๊ทน์ฑ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏุฑุงู ูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ teatralita
๐ธ๐ฐ teatralita
๐จ๐ณ ๆๅงๆง
๐ธ๐ฎ teatralnost
๐ฎ๐ธ leiklist
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะฐััะปัาััา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแขแ แแแฃแ แแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ teatrallฤฑq
๐ฒ๐ฝ teatralidad
Etymology
The word 'theatricality' comes from the root 'theater', which originates from the Greek word 'theatron', meaning 'a place for viewing'. The term evolved through Latin into 'theatricus', which pertained to the performance arts. The transition to 'theatricality' in English signifies an emphasis on the qualities or characteristics that define theatrical performances, often linked to exaggeration and dramatic flair. As theater arts developed, 'theatricality' became a term to describe not only the effectiveness of dramatic productions but also the essential elements that create a vivid experience for the audience. Over time, 'theatricality' has been embraced in various contexts, including literature, film, and music, denoting a deliberate emphasis on the performative aspects of art.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #29,942, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 29939 cypher
- 29940 sobriquet
- 29941 personalize
- 29942 theatricality
- 29943 respectably
- 29944 compartmentalized
- 29945 uncounted
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