tragic
Translation
tragic
Examples
It was a tragic accident.
It was a tragic accident.
The play has a tragic ending.
The play has a tragic ending.
Grammar Patterns
((a/an)) tragic ((noun)) causing great sadness It was a tragic accident.
Similar Words
Synonyms: disastrous, heartbreaking, sad; Antonyms: comic, happy, fortunate
Etymology
From Greek 'tragikos' (of tragedy), from 'tragos' (goat) + 'oide' (song), related to ancient Greek tragedies.
Memory Tips
Think of a Shakespearean 'tragedy'. This word describes the mood of such a story.