Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
imminent doom
Phrase
ˈɪmɪnənt duːm
Definition
A situation or event that is about to happen and is seen as disastrous or catastrophic.
Examples
- The scientists warned of the imminent doom faced by the species due to habitat destruction.
- Residents were filled with anxiety as reports of imminent doom during the storm circulated.
- He felt that the imminent doom of his project was unavoidable due to lack of funding.
Meaning
Imminent doom refers to the impending arrival of something that is feared or expected to be very negative, often causing a sense of urgency or dread.
Synonyms
- Impending disaster
- Approaching catastrophe
- Coming misfortune
