[n] Tragedy meaning (serious play with unhappy ending) with 5 examples
Tragedy (1)
/ˈtrædʒədi/
(serious play with unhappy ending)
A serious form of drama dealing with sorrowful or disastrous events, often ending unhappily.
Example sentences:
Shakespeare's "Hamlet" is a famous tragedy.
The theater is performing a Greek tragedy this weekend.
She studied the tragedies of Sophocles in her literature class.
The playwright is known for writing dark tragedies.
They prefer comedies over tragedies when going to the theater.
Common usage tip(s):
"Tragedy" in this context refers specifically to dramatic works with sad or disastrous conclusions.
Often contrasted with "comedy," which features lighter themes and happy endings.