hammy

(hamē)

adjective hammier, hammiest

Slang like or characteristic of a ham (actor); overacting

See hammy in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective ham·mi·er, ham·mi·est
Marked or characterized by overacting; affectedly humorous or dramatic.

Related Forms:

  • hamˈmi·ly adverb
  • hamˈmi·ness noun

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