What is the meaning of the word "macbeth"?
"Macbeth" explores themes of ambition, power, guilt, and madness, and is known for its profound psychological complexity and rich language.
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A tragedy by William Shakespeare, believed to have been written between 1603 and 1607.
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- Scholars frequently analyze the role of supernatural elements in Macbeth, noting how the witches' prophecies manipulate the characters and advance the plot.
- Scholars frequently analyze the role of supernatural elements in Macbeth, noting how the witches' prophecies manipulate the characters and advance the plot.
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One of Shakespeare's most famous and frequently performed dramas; centers on Macbeth, a Scottish general, who is led to commit regicide and other atrocities by his ambition and the prophecies of three witches, eventually leading to his downfall. NOUN
- Macbeth remains one of Shakespeare's most enduring and tragic creations.
- Macbeth remains one of Shakespeare's most enduring and tragic creations.