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单词 tragic flaws
释义

tragic flaw

noun

: a flaw in character that brings about the downfall of the hero of a tragedy

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Eddie is the Oberyn Martell of Stranger Things: a colorful, big personality with a tragic flaw. Jennifer Ouellette, Ars Technica, 17 July 2022 Driver, such a physically imposing, intense, glowering presence, is inspired casting here: Henry seems unable to express any joy, grace, or awe — a tragic flaw that inspires a heartbreaking song late in the film. Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 6 July 2021 Its hero refuses to confront its tragic flaw, which will be its downfall. Los Angeles Times, 14 Oct. 2020 At Esquire, editor Kelly Stout reveals the tragic flaw in that thinking. Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020 At Esquire, editor Kelly Stout reveals the tragic flaw in that thinking. Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020 At Esquire, editor Kelly Stout reveals the tragic flaw in that thinking. Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020 At Esquire, editor Kelly Stout reveals the tragic flaw in that thinking. Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020 At Esquire, editor Kelly Stout reveals the tragic flaw in that thinking. Aaron Gilbreath, Longreads, 10 Aug. 2020 See More

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

tragic flaws

noun

plural of tragic flaw
as in hamartias

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • hamartias
  • undoings
  • ruins
  • soft spots
  • backs
  • jugulars
  • Achilles' heels
  • downfalls
  • chinks
  • underbellies
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