theatrical
//θiˈætrɪkəl//
Adjective
theatricalCanonical form
more theatricalComparative
most theatricalSuperlative
1
Relating to the theater, acting, or dramatic performances.
She has had a long theatrical career.
2
Exaggerated, dramatic, or showy in behavior or manner, often in an affected way.
She made a theatrical gesture of surprise when she saw the gift.
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Noun
1
A professional actor or actress.
Many theatricals gathered at the awards ceremony.
2
A film or movie released for showing in theaters rather than directly to television or streaming.
The studio decided to release the film as a theatrical rather than sending it straight to streaming.