PERIPETIA
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Peripetia.
Peripetia - as a noun
A sudden and unexpected change of fortune or reverse of circumstances (especially in a literary work)
Example: "A peripeteia swiftly turns a routine sequence of events into a story worth telling"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
peripeteiaperipetyExample Sentences
"The play was filled with unexpected peripetias that kept the audience on the edge of their seats."
"The sudden peripetia in the movie's plot took the story in a completely different direction."
"In Greek tragedy, peripetia often refers to a sudden reversal of fortune for the protagonist."
"The novel's peripetia occurred when the main character discovered a long-lost sibling."
"The filmmaker used peripetias to create suspense and surprise in every twist of the story."
Word Game Points
Is PERIPETIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peripetia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
PERIPETIA has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.
Is PERIPETIA a valid Words With Friends word?
No, peripetia is NOT valid for Words With Friends
Invalid WordPERIPETIA is not a valid Words With Friends word.
Is PERIPETIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peripetia is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordPERIPETIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.