tragedy 2
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Princeton WordNet [ver.3.1]
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EnglishDefinition
drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity
EnglishAntonym
comedy 1
noun
light and humorous drama with a happy ending
Derivationally related form
tragic 2
adjective
of or relating to or characteristic of tragedy
Hyponym
tragicomedy 1
noun
a dramatic composition involving elements of both tragedy and comedy usually with the tragic predominating
Greek tragedy 1
noun
(in ancient Greek theatre) a play in which the protagonist, usually a man of importance and outstanding personal qualities, falls to disaster through the combination of a personal failing and circumstances with which he cannot deal.
