Meaning of the word histrionic in English

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histrionic

US /ˌhɪs.triˈɑː.nɪk/
UK /ˌhɪs.triˈɒn.ɪk/

Adjective

overly theatrical or melodramatic in character or style

Example:
Her histrionic outbursts often made family gatherings uncomfortable.
He delivered a rather histrionic speech, full of exaggerated gestures.