12/16/24 – SAT Word of the Week

SAT Word of the Week: Melodramatic

Definition

Melodramatic (adj.) Extravagant or exaggerated (as of a melodrama).

Example Sentence

Scott tends to get melodramatic when he’s hungry.

Word in Context

Have you ever felt like your emotions got the better of you? Maybe when things don’t go as planned, your reactions feel a bit… over the top? That’s being melodramatic! Think of it as turning a small hiccup into an Oscar-worthy performance. While it’s normal to feel big emotions, keeping them in check can help us communicate more effectively and maintain perspective.

Try using melodramatic in your conversations this week! Whether it’s to describe an exaggerated reaction or a dramatic movie plot, this word adds flair to your vocabulary.