Synonyms: tragedy
Definition: drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity
Similar words: drama
Definition: the literary genre of works intended for the theater
Synonyms: tragedy, calamity, cataclysm, catastrophe, disaster
Definition: an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
Usage: the whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity; the earthquake was a disaster
Similar words: misfortune, bad luck
Definition: unnecessary and unforeseen trouble resulting from an unfortunate event