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melodrama
nounmasculinegeneral usecommon/mɨluˈdɾɐmɐ/me·lo·dra·ma
Definition
1A dramatic work characterized by exaggerated emotions, stereotypical characters, and interpersonal conflicts.
Usage examples
“The play was a Victorian melodrama full of villains and heroes.”
“Her life sometimes feels like a never-ending melodrama.”
Common combinations
Victorian melodramamelodramatic plotstage melodramafilm melodrama