Meanings
nountragedy mask (plural tragedy masks)
plural tragedy masks
- entertainmentA mask representing tragedy, depicting a weeping face.
Synonyms: buskin, Melpomene · Antonyms: comedy mask
Synonyms & antonyms
Origin
One of two ancient symbols of the performing arts. In ancient Greek theatre, actors in tragic roles often wore a mask of a frowning or crying face.
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APA
tragedy mask. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 4, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tragedy%20mask
MLA
“tragedy mask.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tragedy%20mask. Accessed November 4, 2026.
Chicago
WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “tragedy mask,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/tragedy%20mask.
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