Synonyms for
Macbeth
Definition
Macbeth is a tragedy written by William Shakespeare. It tells the story of a Scottish nobleman named Macbeth who receives a prophecy that he will become king and then becomes consumed by his own ambition.
Synonyms & similar words
Common collocations
- Macbeth's ambition
- Macbeth's downfall
- Macbeth's tyranny
- Macbeth's guilt
- Macbeth's prophecy
- Macbeth's castle
- Lady Macbeth
Word family
noun Macbeth
Usage note
Macbeth is primarily known as the title character of Shakespeare's tragedy. It is not typically used as a common noun or adjective with general meanings, and therefore has no direct antonyms or broad synonyms.
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Example sentences
- Macbeth is one of Shakespeare's most famous plays.
- We went to see a production of Macbeth at the theater.
- My favorite character in Macbeth is Lady Macbeth.
- I had to memorize a monologue from Macbeth for my audition.
- Macbeth is a story about ambition and power.
Quotes
Double, double toil and trouble; Fire burn and caldron bubble.
Out, out, brief candle! Life's but a walking shadow, a poor player That struts and frets his hour upon the stage And then is heard no more: it is a tale Told by an idiot, full of sound and fury, Signifying nothing.
By the pricking of my thumbs, Something wicked this way comes.