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Drama

Literary genre typically performed on stage.

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Drama is a literary genre that depicts serious, emotional, or complex human experiences through dialogue and action, typically intended for performance on stage. It often explores themes such as conflict, morality, love, power, and tragedy.

Pronunciation

/ˈdrɑːmə/

Etymology

From Greek drama, literally 'a dramatic work', from dramein 'to act'.

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Drama is a type of story, often about serious events and characters, that's meant to be acted out on stage for an audience.

Fun Facts

Ancient Greek dramas were often performed as part of religious festivals
Shakespeare wrote many famous plays, including 'Hamlet' and 'Romeo and Juliet'
Modern drama explores a wide range of social and political issues

FAQ

What is drama? It's a literary genre typically performed on stage
Who wrote the first known drama? Aeschylus is credited with writing the earliest surviving Greek tragedy, 'The Persians'
What are some common elements of drama? Dialogue, conflict, and character development are key

Synonyms — Similar or Related Terms

theatre play

Hypernyms — Broader Categories

literature genre

Hyponyms — Specific Examples

tragedy comedy farce

Meronyms — Parts or Components

characters plot dialogue

Holonyms — Wholes or Groups

literature theatre

Indexes

literary genre narrative performative

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