Dramatic
Example: The change has dramatic effects on performance
Definition
"Dramatic" describes something that is striking, significant, or impactful, often provoking strong emotions or attention. It is used to emphasize the considerable effect or intensity of a situation, event, or change, as in the phrase 'The change has dramatic effects on performance.'
Etymology
The word "dramatic" originates from the Greek word 'dramatikos,' which relates to drama or action. It entered English through Latin and French, initially used to describe things pertaining to plays or theater, but later expanded to mean anything striking or impressive.
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"Dramatic" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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