Definition

Not related to or characteristic of the theater or dramatic performances.

Example

The film festival included many nontheatrical works that focused on documentary storytelling.

Conversation

Did you see that new movie they released last weekend?

I haven't seen it yet, but I heard it's really good.

Yeah, I love how it focuses on nontheatrical storytelling.

That sounds interesting! I prefer films that feel more genuine.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Nontheatrical → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not) and "theatrical" (from Greek "theatron", meaning a place for viewing). The word "nontheatrical" means not related to or characteristic of a theater or theatrical performance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'non-' meaning not, and 'theatrical' referring to theater — so nontheatrical describes something that is not related to theater.

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