Macbeth’s Tragic Flaw Every tragedy has a tragic hero with a tragic flaw, and William Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth is no exception. As expected Macbeth is the tragic hero in Macbeth, but his tragic flaw is unclear. Macbeth’s tragic flaw may be his guilt, conscience, or even his imagination. Though all of these are possible, Macbeth’s tragic flaw is Lady Macbeth. In the beginning, Lady Macbeth sways her husband to carry out the witches’ prophecy. She also confesses, while sleepwalking, Macbeth and herself murdered Duncan. Lastly, Lady Macbeth continually urges Macbeth to continue on with the plan, thoug