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dramata

UK/ˈdɹɑːmətə/US/ˈdɹɑmətə/

dramata is the plural of drama.

Meaning of drama

Noun

drama (countable and uncountable, plural dramas or dramata)

  1. (countable) A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue.
    • The author released her latest drama, which became a best-seller.
  2. (countable) Such a work for television, radio or the cinema, usually one that is not a comedy.
  3. (uncountable) Theatrical plays in general.
  4. A situation in real life that has the characteristics of such a theatrical play.
    • After losing my job, having a car crash, and the big row with my neighbours, I don't need any more drama.
  5. (slang, uncountable) Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life or online events; melodrama; an angry dispute or scene; a situation made more complicated or worse than it should be; intrigue or spiteful interpersonal maneuvering.

See all 6 meanings of drama

Origin of dramata

From the Ancient Greek δρᾱ́ματα (drā́mata), the nominative plural form of δρᾶμα (drâma).

Questions about dramata

What is dramata the plural of?
Dramata is the plural of drama.
How do you pronounce dramata?
Dramata is pronounced /ˈdɹɑːmətə/ (UK).

Words near dramata in the dictionary

  1. dramamine
  2. dramamonger
  3. dramamongers
  4. dramas
  5. dramastic
  6. dramata
  7. dramatic
  8. dramatic beat
  9. dramatic beats
  10. dramatic ironies
  11. dramatic irony

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