docudrama
noun C2
Plain meaning
a drama based on real events but partly fictionalised
Exam-register meaning
In formal or high-level texts, it is used to describe a drama based on real events but partly fictionalised, often with a precise or specialised tone.
In context
naturalThe article mentioned docudrama as one of the main issues.
examThe author examines docudrama in relation to social change, public policy, and institutional responsibility.
Common collocations
a clear docudramaevidence of docudramawidespread docudrama
Watch out
Do not use “docudrama” as a vague high-level replacement; make sure the sentence really needs this specific noun.