soap opera
The term "soap opera" originated from the soap manufacturers that sponsored these serials in their early days, reflecting their target audience of homemakers.
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Definition
B2Entertainment
(common, informal)A serialized drama on television or radio featuring ongoing, melodramatic storylines and emotional conflicts.
Example
- She watches her favorite soap opera every evening without fail.
- The soap opera has been running for over twenty years, capturing the audience with its dramatic twists.
C1Media Studies
(technical, academic)A genre of episodic fiction characterized by continuous, interwoven story arcs that often focus on personal relationships and emotional drama.
Example
- Soap operas have a significant impact on popular culture and media consumption patterns.
- The study analyzed the narrative techniques used in soap operas to maintain viewer engagement.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "soap opera":
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