Shakespearean flaw
Type: Concept
As of November 2026, Shakespearean flaw has been mentioned in one podcast episode on Dateline NBC (Oct 2025).
The term hamartia derives from the Greek ἁμαρτία, from ἁμαρτάνειν hamartánein, which means "to miss the mark" or "to err". It is most often associated with Greek tragedy, although it is also used in Christian theology, sometimes translated into English as a tragic flaw or fatal flaw. It refers to the major defect or inherent weakness of disposition that leads a character to a (potential) downfall. However, other critics point to the term's derivation and say that it refers only to a tragic but r
| Mentioned in | 1 episode on 1 podcast (as of November 2026) |
|---|---|
| First heard | Oct 2025 on Dateline NBC |
| Field | Literature, Psychology |
Who talks about Shakespearean flaw on podcasts?
Shakespearean flaw came up; the most recent mention was Oct 2025 on Dateline NBC.
What is Shakespearean flaw mentioned alongside?
Shakespearean flaw is most often mentioned alongside Jewish identity, Talking Dine and Plastic surgery.
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