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theatrics
[ thee-a-triks ]
noun
- (used with a singular verb) the art of staging plays and other stage performances.
- (used with a plural verb) exaggerated, artificial, or histrionic mannerisms, actions, or words.
theatrics
/ θɪˈætrɪks /
noun
- the art of staging plays
- exaggerated mannerisms or displays of emotions
Word History and Origins
Origin of theatrics1
Example Sentences
Some people even threw in extra theatrics and party favors to liven up their pitch.
Opponents have cast his push to address gas prices as an example of “political theatrics.”
“The theme here is what else can you do with your favorite music? It’s about the theatrics of putting on a show for people and using what I’m passionate about, which is music and experimenting with narrative.”
There were occasional theatrics, however, such as when he accused the lead inquiry lawyer of saying he had "his feet up" at his country retreat in February 2020 - before Mr Johnson admitted he had confused the comment with someone else.
The asps weren't defanged; Delia's pathological need for theatrics literally kills her.
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