tragedy

US /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/
UK /ˈtrædʒ.ə.di/
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1.

an event causing great suffering, destruction, and distress, such as a serious accident, crime, or natural catastrophe

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The earthquake was a terrible tragedy for the region.
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His sudden death was a great tragedy for his family.
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disastercatastrophecalamitymisfortuneadversity
2.

a play dealing with tragic events and having an unhappy ending, especially one concerning the downfall of the main character

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Shakespeare's 'Hamlet' is a classic tragedy.
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Ancient Greek tragedies often explored themes of fate and free will.
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dramaplaymelodrama