Melodrama

me·lo·dra·ma

from inggris

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noun
sastra
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From inggris

Definition

A dramatic work or film that emphasizes highly sentimental, thrilling, and moving plotlines with stereotypical characters.

Etymology

Borrowed from English 'melodrama', derived from Greek 'melos' (song) and 'drama'.

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