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MELODRAMATICALLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In an overly emotional manner

Example:

she acted melodramatically when she called for help

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

melodramatic (having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama)

Sense 2

Meaning:

As in a melodrama

Example:

here, the hero is melodramatically reunited with the heroine

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

melodramatic (characteristic of acting or a stage performance; often affected)

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