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Is humorous a antonym of tragedy?

While "humorous" and "tragedy" are opposites in terms of emotional tone, they are not strict antonyms. Here's why:

* Antonyms are direct opposites. "Hot" and "cold" are antonyms, as are "up" and "down." While humor can be a counterpoint to tragedy, it doesn't directly negate it.

* Tragedy can be humorous. Some tragedies are written with comedic elements, or a situation may be tragic but also have a funny side.

* Humor can be tragic. Dark humor can be used to deal with tragic situations, and comedic events can have tragic consequences.

A better antonym for tragedy might be:

* Comedy

* Joy

* Happiness

* Triumph

In conclusion: "Humorous" and "tragedy" are often seen as opposites, but they are not strict antonyms. They can coexist and even overlap in certain situations.

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