Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun tragicomedy

2 senses of tragicomedy

Sense 1
tragicomedy -- (a dramatic composition involving elements of both tragedy and comedy usually with the tragic predominating)
       => tragedy -- (drama in which the protagonist is overcome by some superior force or circumstance; excites terror or pity)

Sense 2
seriocomedy, tragicomedy -- (a comedy with serious elements or overtones)
       => comedy -- (light and humorous drama with a happy ending)