over-dramatize

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Definitions of over-dramatize word

verb with object over-dramatize to put into a form suitable for acting on a stage. 1
verb with object over-dramatize to express or represent vividly, emotionally, or strikingly: He dramatizes his woes with sobs and sighs. 1
verb without object over-dramatize to express oneself in a dramatic or exaggerated way. 1

before 1770

One of the 46% newest English words

1770-80; < Greek drāmat- (see dramatic) + -ize

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exclamation

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 75% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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