Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
double-whammy
noun
/ˈdʌb.əl ˈwæmi/
Definition
A situation where two negative effects occur at the same time, making the outcome worse.
Examples
- After losing her job and getting ill, she felt like she was hit by a double-whammy.
- The election results and the economic downturn are a double-whammy for the city.
Meaning
Double-whammy refers to a scenario in which an individual faces two difficulties or problems simultaneously, compounding the overall impact.
Synonyms
- double setback
- twofold misfortune
- dual impact
