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histrionics

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his·tri·on·ics  (hstr-nks)
n.
1. (used with a pl. verb) Theatrical arts or performances.
2. (used with a sing. or pl. verb) Exaggerated emotional behavior calculated for effect.
histrionics, histrionism
the occupation of actors; playacting.
See also: Drama
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.histrionicshistrionics - a performance of a play              
theatrical, theatrical performance, representation
performance, public presentation - a dramatic or musical entertainment; "they listened to ten different performances"; "the play ran for 100 performances"; "the frequent performances of the symphony testify to its popularity"
matinee - a theatrical performance held during the daytime (especially in the afternoon)
2.histrionics - a deliberate display of emotion for effect
display - behavior that makes your feelings public; "a display of emotion"
Translations
histrionics [hɪstrɪˈɔnɪks] npl → histrionismo
histrionics [hɪstrɪˈɔnɪks] n → gestes mpl dramatiques, cinéma m (fig)
histrionics [hɪstrɪˈɔnɪks] n → istrionismo


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