tragic
Pronunciation: [ˈtrædʒɪk]
Word
Context: “emotion”
(adjective) something that causes a lot of sadness or is very unfortunate. When something tragic happens, it can make people feel really upset or hurt.
Example
The movie had a tragic story that made everyone cry because it was so touching.
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It wasn't tragic when she won the competition; everyone was happy for her.
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Did you find the ending of the book to be tragic?
Context: “literature”
(adjective) a type of story that often has sad situations or ends unhappily. Tragic stories usually involve serious themes and conflicts.
Example
Shakespeare wrote many tragic plays that showed the struggles of his characters.
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The comedy was not tragic at all; it made everyone laugh and feel good.
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What are some famous tragic characters in literature?
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