overdramatic

adjective

Definition of overdramaticnext
as in melodramatic

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Recent Examples of overdramatic There’s an idea of ‘Nollywood movies’ being quite overdramatic. — The Editors, Vulture, 1 Dec. 2025 So here’s a toast to the lucky couple, forever overdramatic and true. — Rob Sheffield, Rolling Stone, 27 Aug. 2025 Cleveland dominated the headlines shortly after the season ended thanks to the overdramatic and highly public contract dispute between the team and star pass-rusher Myles Garrett. — Michael Gallagher, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Aug. 2025 His characterization of your openness to weekly visits — a perfectly reasonable concession — as a rejection of his family is unfair and overdramatic. — Philip Galanes, New York Times, 22 Jan. 2025 Okay, that’s probably a bit overdramatic, but the 27-year-old model did break a yearly fall beauty tradition. — Emily Tannenbaum, Glamour, 29 Sep. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overdramatic
  1. melodramatic
  2. wonderful
  3. exciting
  4. wondrous
  5. spectacular
  6. amazing
  7. surprising
  8. awesome
Adjective
  • Though there are some low-key melodramatic plot points, the show feels diaristic.
    — Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Lowe used to be a member of a much larger and more popular right-wing populist party, Nigel Farage’s Reform, but he was forced out in an enjoyably catty and melodramatic schism after calling for mass deportations.
    — Helen Lewis, The Atlantic, 26 July 2026
Definition of melodramatic
Adjective
  • Such a contrast to the wonderful Bootham Crescent, York’s home until 2020 and within stumbling distance of not only the famous Minster but all the city’s many other attractions.
    — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Stepping into the shoes of Steve McQueen is no easy feat, but Brosnan does so with style as Thomas Crown, a billionaire art thief who falls for the insurance investigator chasing him, played by the wonderful Rene Russo.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of wonderful
Adjective
  • The Hy-Vee Fast & Fresh will receive a $500,000 bonus for selling the winning ticket, which is an exciting turn of events for both the store and the community.
    — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 15 Aug. 2026
  • This weekend is filled to the brim with exciting new shows and movies, both from the comfort of your couch and on the big screen.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of exciting
Adjective
  • Yes, he’s accompanied by a partner and, yes, there’s a bulky ring that can be used to manifest an assortment of wondrous and less-than-wondrous things.
    — Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 14 Aug. 2026
  • There is a mix of dead seriousness, dry sarcasm, and wondrous joy in equal measure.
    — Marisa Meltzer, Vanity Fair, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of wondrous
Adjective
  • Alexandra's favorite things to do while traveling include hiking to spectacular heights, enjoying new cuisines, and gaining wisdom and new perspectives from cultures around the world.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Here’s when and where to watch the spectacular partial lunar eclipse.
    — Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of spectacular
Adjective
  • The bride adds that working with all the amazing local vendors was truly a highlight.
    — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • Her energy, dedication, spirit and connection with the kids are amazing.
    — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of amazing
Adjective
  • Schrader credits their return to the Fox River – and a surprising choice by a pair of falcons to nest outside Aurora City Hall in early April that enamored the town – to a long history of river cleanup efforts.
    — Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026
  • The event also sparks discussion about potential upsets, given recent surprising results in the sport.
    — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of surprising
Adjective
  • Like genuinely one of the most awesome episodes in the Game of Thrones universe.
    — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 9 Aug. 2026
  • Justin Gonzales, the club’s top power prospect, is having an awesome stretch for the Drive.
    — Mac Cerullo, Boston Herald, 9 Aug. 2026
Definition of awesome

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“Overdramatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdramatic. Accessed 19 Aug. 2026.

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