Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

apocalypse

noun

/əˈpɒklɪps/

Definition

The complete destruction of the world, often described in religious contexts as the end of the world or a major catastrophic event.

Examples

The apocalypse is often depicted in various religious texts as a time of judgement.
Many movies and books explore themes of apocalypse, often focusing on survival in a devastated world.

Meaning

A revelation or disclosure, often related to final events in a spiritual context, but can also refer to any major disaster that brings about significant change.