histrionize in a sentence
v. t.
📚 Grade Level: Grade 10, Grade 11, Grade 12
Definition
HISTRIONIZE: to behave in an exaggerated or theatrical manner, often to gain attention or express strong emotions.
Sample Sentences
- She tended to histrionize whenever she felt her opinions were being dismissed.
- During the meeting, he couldn't help but histrionize, drawing exaggerated reactions from his colleagues.
- To capture the audience's attention, the actor chose to histrionize in his performance.
- Her tendency to histrionize made it difficult for others to take her seriously in debates.
- The director encouraged the cast to histrionize slightly in order to amplify the emotional impact of the scene.