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PERIPETIA

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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)
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Example 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."
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Is PERIPETIA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, peripetia is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

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 Word
PERIPETIA is not a valid Words With Friends word.

Is PERIPETIA a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, peripetia is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERIPETIA has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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