dramatise

/drəˈmætɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to convert or represent something as a drama, especially to exaggerate or sensationalize it

“The media tried to dramatise the story to attract more viewers.”

2. verb (transitive)

to act out or represent (a scene, situation, etc.) as a drama

“The students decided to dramatise a scene from a play for their class presentation.”

3. noun

the act of converting or representing something as a drama

“The dramatise of the film helped to attract a wider audience.”

Synonyms

  • dramatize
  • romanticise

Antonyms

  • downplay
  • minimise