tragicomedy

• Substantivo que designa uma obra dramática ou gênero literário que combina elementos de tragédia e comédia, frequentemente com predomínio de elementos trágicos, ou uma comédia que inclui temas ou tons sérios.

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.

   Tragicomédia

   • 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.

   Sinônimosseriocomedy

2. Comedy with serious themesC1formal

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

   Tragicomédia

   • 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.

   Sinônimosseriocomedy