tragical

Example:She was left to tell the tragic tale of her missing son.

Definition:A story whose main elements evoke sorrow and grief.

Example:The play ended in a tragic ending, with the main character's death.

Definition:The conclusion of a story or event that ends in disaster or death.

Example:In Greek mythology, many heroes such as Oedipus can be considered tragic heroes.

Definition:A character in a story who, despite being good, experiences a downfall or demise due to a fatal flaw or a misfortune.

Example:The film’s use of tragic contrasts between opulence and poverty was striking.

Definition:Strong differences or oppositions in a narrative, often between a hero and their situation or between ideal and reality, that evoke pity and fear.

Example:The accident was a result of tragic circumstances beyond anyone's control.

Definition:A set of conditions or events that lead to a disastrous result or a problematic situation.