Dramatize
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈd̠͡ɹ̠ɑmətaɪz/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Dramatize is a verb meaning (transitive) To adapt a literary work so that it can be performed in the theatre, or on radio or television.
Meaning
(transitive) To adapt a literary work so that it can be performed in the theatre, or on radio or television.
More Meanings
- (transitive) To present something in a dramatic or melodramatic manner.
Word Forms
- dramatizes
- dramatizing
- dramatized
- dramatise
Synonyms for dramatize
Depending on context, synonyms include aggrandize, embellish, adopt, pad, blow up, lard.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dramatise, aggrandize, embellish, adopt, blow up, pad.
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