dramatise
Translation
to dramatize, to adapt, to exaggerate
Examples
They dramatised the novel for television.
They dramatized the novel for television.
Don't dramatise the situation; it's not that serious.
Don't dramatize the situation; it's not that serious.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to adapt (sth.) for performance. They dramatized the novel for television.
((sth.)) to exaggerate the importance of (sth.). Don't dramatize the situation.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adapt, exaggerate, overstate
Etymology
From Greek 'drama' (action, play) plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. Literally 'to make into a drama'.
Memory Tips
Think of adding 'drama' to something to make it seem more exciting or serious.