Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
calamity
noun
/kəˈlæmɪti/
Definition
A disaster or a serious event causing distress or misfortune.
Examples
- After the earthquake, the town faced a calamity that took years to recover from.
- His resignation was seen as a calamity for the company.
- The floods were a calamity that affected thousands of families.
Meaning
Calamity refers to an event that causes great damage or suffering. It can be a natural disaster like a hurricane or an event like an economic crisis.
Synonyms
- disaster
- catastrophe
- tragedy
- misfortune
- adversity
