Macbeth’s Tragic Flaw

The tragic defect of Macbeth is his ambition, resulting in his downfall and ultimate death. Macbeth is a tragic hero who was introduced in the play, has been loved and respected by the general and people. He brought death to himself from this tragic flaw. His advantage was his weak point, and his ambitions made him in danger and prepared for his tragic death. In drama, Macbeth has many advantages such as honor, respect, and he is considered brave.

Every tragic hero has a tragic flaw. The tragic defect of Macbeth is his ambition. Apart from his "leaping ambition" (1.7.27), there is no other reason for his evil. Macbeth has such a strong desire for the king; he will kill his friends and relatives to succeed in his mission. Without the help of the witch and Mrs Macbeth, Macbeth will not take action for the murder. These women urged Macbeth to think of the king, but due to his tragic flaws and ambition, Macbeth himself continued to carry out the plan and brought corruption. The tragic defect of Hamlet is his decisive point. He promised his father "Wipe out revenge" (1.5.31) "I will use feathers as fast meditation" (1.5.30), but I killed Claudius until the game is over. The lack of this action indicates that even if his father was murdered, he can not act according to his words. Hamlet has made excuses to avoid dealing with his promise.

The tragic defect of Macbeth is his ambition, resulting in his downfall and ultimate death. Macbeth is a tragic hero who was introduced in the play, has been loved and respected by the general and people. He brought death to himself from this tragic flaw. His advantage was his weak point, and his ambitions made him in danger and prepared for his tragic death. In drama, Macbeth has many advantages such as honor, respect, and he is considered brave. Macbeth used his strengths and gained recognition of it, so Macbeth was given the title "Kanedorutane". "For brave Macbeth he deserves this name - using his wasted steel to despise wealth ... Read more