tragedian

/ˈtrædʒɪdɪən/

Definitions

1. noun

a writer or actor of tragedies, especially in ancient Greece and Rome.

“He was a renowned tragedian in Elizabethan England.”

2. noun

a person who specializes in playing tragic roles in a play or film.

“The actor is known for his portrayal of a tragic figure, often cast as a tragedian in various productions.”

Synonyms

  • dramatist
  • tragic actor

Antonyms

  • comedian
  • tragicomedian