tragedy tragedy /ˈtrædʒədi/

noun

1. () An event resulting in great loss and misfortune  ( cataclysm , calamity , catastrophe , disaster , tragedy )
   an event resulting in great loss and misfortune
    The whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity
   the whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity
    The earthquake was a disaster
   the earthquake was a disaster
   
   
2. () Drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity  ( tragedy )
   drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity
    The tragedy portrayed the hero's downfall due to his tragic flaw.
   The tragedy portrayed the hero's downfall due to his tragic flaw.