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dramatize

/ˈdræməˌtaɪz/ verb · British & US
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What does dramatize mean?

verb

to represent or act out a story or situation in a theatrical way, or to make something seem more exciting or important by exaggerating it.

Example

"The director decided to dramatize the scene by using dramatic lighting and music."

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