Apocalyptic
Pronunciation: /əˌpɑːkəˈlɪptɪk/
Apocalyptic (adjective)
- Describing events that suggest the end of the world or total destruction.
- Relating to a major disaster or catastrophic event.
- Connected to visions or predictions about the future, often involving destruction.
Examples
- The movie depicted an apocalyptic scenario with no survivors.
- Many fear an apocalyptic event could end civilization.
Common collocations: apocalyptic event, apocalyptic scenario, apocalyptic landscape, apocalyptic destruction, apocalyptic vision