cothurnal
/koʊˈθɜrnəl/
adjective
- Relating to tragedy or the grand, solemn style of ancient tragic drama.
- The director's cothurnal approach gave the play a weighty, classical feel.
- Her cothurnal tone made the simple story seem like an epic myth.
- The music had a cothurnal quality, with slow, mournful chords.
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