dramatical

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dramatical - Collaborative International Dictionary of English v.0.48 :

  Dramatic \Dra*mat"ic\ (dr[.a]*m[a^]t"[i^]k), Dramatical
  \Dra*mat"ic*al\ (dr[.a]*m[a^]t"[i^]*kal), a. [Gr. dramatiko`s,
     fr. dra^ma: cf. F. dramatique.]
     Of or pertaining to the drama; as, dramatic arts. [WordNet
     sense 3]
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     2. 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. [WordNet sense 1] [Narrower terms:
        melodramatic; awe-inspiring, spectacular]
        [WordNet 1.5]
  
              The emperor . . . performed his part with much
              dramatic effect.                      --Motley.
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     3. striking in appearance or effect; vivid; having a
        thrilling effect; as, a dramatic sunset; a dramatic pause.
        [WordNet sense 2]
  
     Syn: spectacular, striking.
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     4. (Music) 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. [WordNet sense 4]
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