Tragedies Meaning in English
word · lemma: tragedy
Definition
Events that cause great sadness, suffering, or loss, often unexpectedly. In literature, tragedies are serious works with unhappy or disastrous endings.
Usage & Nuances
Commonly used for both real-life events (natural disasters, personal loss) and literary works. Always plural or countable in form. 'Tragedy' is singular; 'tragedies' is plural. Avoid confusing 'tragedy' with 'drama'—tragedy is specifically sad or disastrous.
Example Sentences
Many people have experienced tragedies in their lives.
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The play is about ancient Greek tragedies.
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Natural disasters often lead to terrible tragedies.
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It's hard to talk about those old family tragedies.
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She writes novels inspired by real-life tragedies.
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After so many tragedies, the community finally came together.
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