Tragic flaw (hamartia): A tragic flaw is a literary term
that refers to a personality trait of a main character that leads to his or her
downfall.
Tragic hero: A tragic hero is the protagonist of a
tragedy.
Catharsis: Catharsis is the purification and purgation
of emotions—especially pity and fear—through art or any extreme change in
emotion that results in renewal and restoration.
Hubris: Hubris means extreme pride or self-confidence.
When it offends the Gods of ancient Greece, it is usually punished.
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