What is the meaning of tragedy?

noun

  • An event resulting in great loss and misfortune.
    • usage: "the whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity"; "the earthquake was a disaster"
  • Drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity. .
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