drama · noun C or U /ˈdrɑm.ə/
drama (THEATER)
B1 a play in a theater or on television or radio, or plays and acting generally
Dictionary examples:
She's been in several television dramas.
He's the drama critic for the Times.
She studied English and drama in college.
Learner example:
It was a drama club. (Preliminary English Test; B1; German)
drama (EXCITEMENT)
B1 an event or situation, especially an unexpected one, in which there is worry or excitement and usually a lot of action
Dictionary examples:
We had a little drama last night when the oil in the pan caught fire.
There was a lot of drama in the courtroom.
Learner example:
Fortunately he found [my ring]. How happy I was! The drama was over! (Preliminary English Test; B1; Italian)
