Macbeth and Lady Macbeth can be seen as tragic figures according to Aristotle's definition of tragedy. [1] They both held positions of power in Scottish society as a thane and his wife. [2] Their fatal flaws were Macbeth's ambition and Lady Macbeth's ruthless desire for power, which led them to violate the natural law and order by murdering King Duncan. [3] This hubris caused their downfalls as they descended from power.