histrionics
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his·tri·on·ics
(hĭs′trē-ŏn′ĭks)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
n.
A composite spring, used especially in automotive suspensions, consisting of several layers of flexible metallic strips joined to act as a single unit.
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his•tri•on•ics
(ˌhɪs triˈɒn ɪks)n. (used with a sing. or pl. v.)
1. artificial behavior or speech for effect, as insincere or exaggerated expression of an emotion.
2. dramatic representation; theatricals.
[1860–65]
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histrionics, histrionism
the occupation of actors; playacting.
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Noun | 1. | ![]() 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" |
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histrionics
nounOveremotional exaggerated behavior calculated for effect:
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histrionics
[ˌhɪstrɪˈɒnɪks] NPL → histrionismo msingI'm tired of his histrionics → estoy harto de sus payasadas
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histrionics
pl
(Theat) → Schauspielkunst f
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