drama

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From Ancient Greek δρᾶμα (drama), an act, a theatrical act, a play), from δράω (drao), to act, to take action, to achieve)

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Singular
drama

Plural
usually uncountable; plural dramas

drama (usually uncountable; plural dramas)

  1. A composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue
  2. Such a work for television, radio or the cinema (usually one that is not a comedy)
  3. Theatrical plays in general
  4. A dramatic situation in real life
  5. (slang) Rumor, lying or exaggerated reaction to life events.

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drama n.

  1. drama (composition intended for actors)

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drama m. (plural dramas)

Singular
drama m.

Plural
dramas m.

  1. drama