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dramatise

IPA: //ˈdræmətaɪz//

KK: /ˈdræməˌtaɪz/

verb

Definition: To present a story or situation in a dramatic way, often by acting it out or making it more exciting.

Example: The teacher decided to dramatise the historical event to make it more engaging for the students.

dramatist

IPA: /ˈdræməˌtɪst/

KK: /ˈdræmətɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who writes plays for the theater.

Example: The dramatist created a powerful story that captivated the audience.

dramatization

IPA: /ˌdræmətaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /ˌdræmətaɪˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: A version of a story or event that is presented in a dramatic way, often through a play or film.

Example: The dramatization of the historical events helped the audience understand the past better.

dramatize

IPA: /ˈdræmətaɪz/

KK: /ˈdræməˌtaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To express oneself in a dramatic way or to act in a manner that is exaggerated or theatrical.

Example: She tends to dramatize her stories to make them more interesting.

transitive verb

Definition: To change a story or event into a form that can be performed in a play, movie, or show, often making it more exciting or emotional.

Example: The author decided to dramatize her novel for the stage, adding more intense scenes.

dramaturg

IPA: /ˈdræməˌtɜːrɡ/

KK: /dræməˌtɜrg/

noun

Definition: A person who works in theater, helping to develop plays and scripts, often providing research and analysis to support the production.

Example: The dramaturg collaborated with the playwright to refine the script before the premiere.

dramaturge

IPA: /ˈdræməˌtɜrdʒ/

KK: /dræməˌtɜrdʒ/

noun

Definition: A person who writes or adapts plays for the theater.

Example: The dramaturge worked closely with the director to refine the script.

drastic

IPA: /ˈdræstɪk/

KK: /ˈdræstɪk/

adjective

Definition: Severe or extreme in nature, often involving significant change or action.

Example: The company had to take drastic measures to cut costs during the financial crisis.

drastically

IPA: /ˈdræstɪkli/

KK: /ˈdræstɪkli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that is very serious or extreme, often resulting in significant change or impact.

Example: The company had to drastically reduce its workforce to stay afloat during the economic crisis.

draught

IPA: /drɑːft/

KK: /dræft/

noun

Definition: A version of a draft, often used in British English, referring to a current of air or a drink drawn from a cask.

Example: He ordered a pint of draught beer at the pub.

draughtsman

IPA: /ˈdrɑːftsmən/

KK: /ˈdrɔːftsmən/

noun

Definition: A person who draws plans or designs, especially in architecture or engineering.

Example: The draughtsman created detailed blueprints for the new building.

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