drama mama
Detailed etymology
definitions
noun
- someone who acts in an exaggerated or attention-seeking manner; someone who tends to make a big deal out of nothing
Don’t be such a drama mama, Tan Kin Lian becoming President hardly means the end of the civilised world.
adjective
- acting in a manner to exaggerate or attract attention; making a big deal out of nothing
Only got a tiny bit of chilli lah. Don’t so drama mama…
usage notes
Similar to English drama queen.