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THEATRICALLY
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Dictionary entry overview: What does theatrically mean?
• THEATRICALLY (adverb)
The adverb THEATRICALLY has 2 senses:
1. in a stagy and theatrical manner
2. in a theatrical manner
Familiarity information: THEATRICALLY used as an adverb is rare.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
In a stagy and theatrical manner
Synonyms:
stagily; theatrically
Context example:
'I cannot show my face at her house,' he declared theatrically
Pertainym:
theatrical (suited to or characteristic of the stage or theater)
Sense 2
Meaning:
In a theatrical manner
Context example:
theatrically dressed
Pertainym:
theatrical (suited to or characteristic of the stage or theater)
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