Dramatic vs. Dramatically — What's the Difference?

Of or relating to drama or the theater.

Of or relating to drama or the theater.

Characterized by or expressive of the action or emotion associated with drama or the theater

Characterized by or expressive of the action or emotion associated with drama or the theater

Arresting or forceful in appearance or effect

Arresting or forceful in appearance or effect

(Music) Having a powerful, expressive singing voice

(Music) Having a powerful, expressive singing voice

Of or relating to the drama.

In a dramatic manner.

Striking in appearance or effect.

In a dramatic manner; theatrically; vividly.

Having a powerful, expressive singing voice.

In a very impressive manner;

(informal) Tending to exaggerate in order to get attention.

In a dramatic manner;

Of or pertaining to the drama; as, dramatic arts.

With respect to dramatic value;

Suitable to or characteristic of or having the qualities of, a drama; theatrical; as, a dramatic entrance in a swirling cape; a dramatic rescue at sea. Opposite of undramatic.

Striking in appearance or effect; vivid; having a thrilling effect; as, a dramatic sunset; a dramatic pause.

Marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style; - of a singer or singing voice; as, a dramatic tenor; a dramatic soprano. Contrasted to lyric.

Suitable to or characteristic of drama;

Sensational in appearance or thrilling in effect;

Pertaining to or characteristic of drama;

Used of a singer or singing voice that is marked by power and expressiveness and a histrionic or theatrical style;