histrion

[US]/ˈhɪstrɪən/
[UK]/ˈhɪstriən/

Translation

n.a minor actor or performer; a pretentious, melodramatic, or affected person; a charlatan; a hypocrite
Word Forms
Pluralhistrions

Phrases & Collocations

histrionic behavior

histrionic personality

stop the histrionics

histrionic gesture

histrionic outburst

pure histrionics

histrionic display

histrionics aside

histrionically overdone

more histrionic

Example Sentences

the young actress proved to be a natural histrion, completely transforming into each character she played.

histrion training requires years of dedicated study in voice, movement, and emotional expression.

the famous histrion shared her secrets for connecting with audiences during interviews.

despite his inexperience, the newcomer displayed the instincts of a seasoned histrion.

the theatrical academy produced many celebrated histrions throughout its history.

she rejected the histrion label, preferring to be called a serious dramatic artist.

the histrion's emotional range allowed her to tackle both comedy and tragedy equally well.

critics praised the young histrion for her authenticity and depth on the dramatic stage.

the method actor studied how classic histrions prepared for their most demanding roles.

her ability to cry on command marked her as a talented histrion from an early age.

the retired histrion returned to the stage for one final, memorable performance.

many aspiring histrions travel to paris to study at renowned dramatic conservatories.

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