Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
apocalyptic-scene
noun
/əˌpɒkəˈlɪptɪk siːn/
Definition
A depiction or representation of the end of the world or a catastrophic event, often associated with destruction and chaos.
Examples
- The movie opened with a breathtaking apocalyptic scene, featuring crumbling cities and dark skies.
- In the novel, the author describes an apocalyptic scene where nature reclaims desolate urban landscapes.
Meaning
An apocalyptic scene typically portrays a dramatic and unsettling situation, reflecting themes of doom and transformation.
Synonyms
- cataclysmic event
- end-of-the-world scenario
- doomsday vision
- destruction depiction
