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tragic

/ˈtrædʒ.ɪk/
trag · ic
Adverb:tragically
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Plural:tragics
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• adjective

1

Causing or characterized by extreme distress, sorrow, or destruction.

Example

"The community gathered to mourn the victims of the tragic railway accident."

2

Relating to or characteristic of dramatic tragedy in literature or theater.

Example

"Othello is one of Shakespeare's most famous tragic heroes."

3

British Pitifully unsuccessful, embarrassing, or awkward (used informally).

Example

"His attempt to dance to the modern music was slightly tragic."

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• noun

1

Australian A person who is obsessively enthusiastic about a particular subject, hobby, or sport.

Example

"The former prime minister was well known as a devoted cricket tragic."

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• Rhymes for tragic

• Nearby Words

trafficking
trafficky
tragedy
tragic
tragical
tragically
tragicomedy

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed from Latin 'tragicus' and Ancient Greek 'tragikos', meaning 'of or relating to tragedy'. It derives from 'tragodia' (tragedy), a compound of 'tragos' (he-goat) and 'oide' (song), referencing either a goat awarded as a prize in dramatic competitions or chorus members dressed in goat skins.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Tragic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/tragic
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