tragicomedy

• Nom désignant une œuvre dramatique ou un genre littéraire mêlant des éléments de tragédie et de comédie, souvent avec une prédominance d'éléments tragiques, ou une comédie incluant des thèmes ou des nuances sérieux.

A noun referring to a dramatic work or literary genre that blends elements of both tragedy and comedy, often with the tragic elements prevailing, or a comedy that incorporates serious themes or overtones.

1. Dramatic genreC1formal

   A play or literary work that blends elements of both tragedy and comedy, often with the tragic aspects being more prominent.

   Tragicomédie (genre dramatique)

   • Shakespeare's 'The Winter's Tale' is often considered a tragicomedy.
   • The playwright masterfully blended humor and sorrow in this tragicomedy.
   • Tragicomedy explores the absurdity of human existence through a mix of laughter and tears.

   Synonymesseriocomedy

2. Comedy with serious themesC1formal

   A comedic work that incorporates serious, dark, or emotional themes.

   Tragicomédie (genre mêlant tragique et comique)

   • The film is a tragicomedy about a family dealing with loss.
   • This novel is a tragicomedy, making you laugh while reflecting on deep issues.
   • The play is a tragicomedy that deals with war and love.

   Synonymesseriocomedy