TRAGIC Synonyms: 63 Similar and Opposite Words

tragic

adjective

ˈtra-jik

variants also tragical

Definition of tragic next

as in unfortunate

of a kind to cause great distress in a tragic turn of events the area's sole remaining steel mill suddenly closed

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Recent Examples of tragic McDonald certainly makes a good a case as anyone ever has for Rose qualifying as a tragic hero, and more power to both her and her director. —

Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 20 Dec. 2024 The tragic, bitter irony is that prosecutors now say Green — known best by her stage name, Tan DaGod — died while protecting her boyfriend from deadly harm. —

Nate Gartrell, The Mercury News, 20 Dec. 2024 McDonald plays her as a tragic heroine terrified of abandonment. —

Adam Moss, Vulture, 19 Dec. 2024 This tragic incident has drawn attention to the broader issue of chronic pain, which affects millions of Americans and is often linked to significant mental and emotional distress. —

Amanda Castro, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for tragic