dramatic (adj.)

  1. suitable to or characteristic of drama; a dramatic entrance in a swirling cape; a dramatic rescue at sea'

  2. pertaining to or characteristic of drama; dramatic arts'

  3. used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style; a dramatic tenor; a dramatic soprano'

  4. sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect; a dramatic sunset; a dramatic pause; a spectacular display of northern lights; it was a spectacular play; his striking good looks always created a sensation

    [ Syn: spectacular , striking ]

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