Definitions

1. verb

to represent or tell a story in a dramatic way, often with exaggeration

“The film dramatized the struggles of the working class.”

2. verb

to exaggerate or make something seem more important or exciting than it really is

“The politician was accused of dramatizing the crisis to gain public support.”

3. verb

to make something into a play or film

“The novel was dramatized for television.”

4. noun

the act of representing or telling a story in a dramatic way

“The dramatization of the novel was a huge success.”