tragedy

Definition

  • noun: a very bad event that causes great sadness and often involves someone's death
  • noun: a medieval narrative poem or tale typically describing the downfall of a great man
  • synonyms: drama, buskin

Examples

  • It is a 'tragedy' [='pity, shame'] that so many victims are afraid to report the abuse.

  • The biggest 'tragedy' here is that the accident could have easily been prevented.

  • The situation ended in 'tragedy' when the gunman shot and killed two students.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) ...for something he made out of carbon. It's so nice to have you back with us. You're looking great, by the way. A little skinnier, which is definitely no tragedy. - And then there's the hair thing. - I actually like that. That's a great look for you. - But you're feeling good? (..)
    2009 TvShow: Breaking Bad Title: Peekaboo Season: 2 Episode 6