tragic
/ˈtrædʒɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic EmotionWord #4755 in the learning path
悲惨的；令人悲痛的
Definitions
adj. Causing deep sadness, especially through death or serious suffering.
悲惨的；令人悲痛的
adj. Relating to a serious play or story with an unhappy ending.
悲剧的
Example
The film tells a tragic story of lost friendship.
这部电影讲述了一个关于友谊破裂的悲伤故事。
Tragic accidents on busy roads highlight the need for safer crossings and stricter enforcement of speed limits.
繁忙道路上的惨痛事故凸显了设置更安全的过街设施及严格执行限速规定的必要性。
Collocations
- a tragic accident
- a tragic loss
- a tragic ending
- a tragic hero
Word family
- tragedy (n.)
- tragically (adv.)
Synonyms
- heartbreaking
- disastrous
Usage tip
比sad程度更重，常涉及死亡或严重不幸。
FAQ
- What does tragic mean?
- Causing deep sadness, especially through death or serious suffering. Relating to a serious play or story with an unhappy ending.
- How is tragic pronounced?
- UK /ˈtrædʒɪk/, US /ˈtrædʒɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
