Melodramatic tragicomedy Synonyms

Definitions for Melodramatic


  • (adjective) given to or marked by attention-getting behavior suggestive of stage acting
  • (adjective) having the general quality or effect of a stage performance
  • (adjective) having the excitement and emotional appeal of melodrama

Definitions for Tragicomedy


  • (noun) a dramatic composition involving elements of both tragedy and comedy usually with the tragic predominating
  • (noun) a comedy with serious elements or overtones