Hamming
7 lettersverbmoderateUpdated June 2026
Definition
Performing with deliberately exaggerated, theatrical acting in the manner of a ham actor.
“The comedian was hamming it up for the cameras, pulling faces and milking every laugh.”
Pronunciation
Syllables
ham·ming
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Synonyms
overacting
Antonyms
underplayingrestraining
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Wordle
Contains double M in the middle and ends in -ING. The MM cluster is the pattern to lock in.
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Scrabble
Worth 15 points. Double M is a strong asset, the -ING suffix opens board hooks broadly.
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