Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cataclismo
noun
/ˌkæt.əˈklɪz.əm/
Definition
A violent and sudden change in the Earth’s crust, often causing widespread destruction.
Examples
- The earthquake was a true cataclismo, reshaping the entire landscape.
- His life faced a cataclismo when he lost his job and home in the same week.
Meaning
Cataclismo refers to a catastrophic event that drastically alters environments or situations, typically associated with natural disasters like earthquakes or floods.
Synonyms
- catastrophe
- disaster
- upheaval