Histrionics

Pronunciation

• UK IPA: /hɪstɹiˈɒnɪks/
• US enPR: hÄ­s-trÄ“-änʹĭks, IPA: /hɪstɹiˈɑnɪks/

Origin

See the etymology of histrionic.

Full definition of histrionics

Noun

1. Exaggerated, overemotional behaviour, especially when calculated to elicit a response; melodramatics.I’m tired of Mary’s histrionics.

Usage notes

Do not confuse histrionics with hysterics.

Synonyms

• (exaggerated behaviour) drama, melodrama, melodramatics

Hyponyms

• testrionics

Anagrams

• trichinosis