Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peripecia
Noun
peh-ree-PEE-see-ah
Definition
An unexpected or sudden event, often with a dramatic or significant effect.
Examples
- The hero faced a peripecia when he was betrayed by his closest ally.
- The novel’s plot was centered around a series of peripecias that kept the readers engaged.
- Her life took a peripecia when she unexpectedly won the lottery.
Meaning
A sudden change in circumstances, especially in a narrative or story, which can lead to a turning point.
Synonyms
- Twist
- Incident
- Event
- Turning point
- Adventure