Exaggerate on stage Crossword Clue

Today's (23 October 2023) crossword provided to us by The Sun Two Speed and the clue is "Exaggerate on stage".
The right answer or rather the best answer listed below:

Understanding Today's Crossword Puzzle

Today's clue "Exaggerate on stage" leads us to the answer "OVERACT." Here's why this answer perfectly fits the clue:

1. Exaggerate: To overstate or amplify beyond normal limits.
2. On stage: Referring to the setting where actors perform in a play or show.
3. OVERACT: In the context of acting, it means to exaggerate the portrayal of a character or emotion beyond what is necessary or appropriate, often leading to a theatrical performance that is perceived as unnatural or excessive. This term is commonly used in the theater world to describe actors who push their performances over the top.

Therefore, when a performer "exaggerates on stage" by delivering a melodramatic or excessively dramatic rendition of their role, the word that encapsulates this action and fits the clue is "OVERACT."

Definition of "OVERACT"

(of an actor or actress) act a role in an exaggerated manner

Example :

a weepy actress with a strong tendency to overact

 The Crossword clue "Exaggerate on stage" published 7 time/s & has 2 answer/s. 

Crossword	Date	Answer
The Sun Two Speed	23 October 2023	OVERACT
The Washington Post	15 July 2018	HAMUP
L.A. Times Daily	15 July 2018	HAMUP