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 Definitions of histrionics  [ˌhɪs triˈɒn ɪks]  

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Definition of 'histrionics' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. ((used with a sing. or pl. v.)) histrionics
artificial behavior or speech for effect, as insincere or exaggerated expression of an emotion.

2.  histrionics
dramatic representation; theatricals.

Etymology:  (1860–65)

Definition of 'histrionics' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (noun) theatrical performance, theatrical, representation, histrionics
a performance of a play

2. (noun) histrionics
a deliberate display of emotion for effect

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