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Etymology · Ancient Greek

δρᾶμα

2 English words descend from Ancient Greek δρᾶμα, most common first.

dramaA composition, normally in prose, telling a story and intended to be represented by actors impersonating the characters and speaking the dialogue.
dramatologyThe practice of viewing all symptoms as valid communications, including words, posture, tone of voice, and movements of the face and limbs.