melodramatic
adjectiveUK /ˌmel.ə.drəˈmæt.ɪk/
US /ˌmel.ə.drəˈmæt̬.ɪk/
Acting like everything is a big deal, even small things.
She was so melodramatic about losing her pen that you'd think it was the end of the world.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Relating to a style of drama with exaggerated characters and exciting events.
The old play was a melodramatic tale of villains and heroes.
3. Behaving in a way that shows too much emotion for the situation.
He gave a melodramatic sigh when asked to do his chores.
4. Designed to appeal to strong emotions rather than reason.
The movie's melodramatic ending made everyone cry.