Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cataclysmic

Adjective
/ˌkæt.əˈklɪz.mɪk/
Definition
Relating to a violent and sudden change in the environment or a great upheaval.
Examples
  • The cataclysmic earthquake devastated the entire region.
  • Climate change could lead to cataclysmic consequences if not addressed.
Meaning
Cataclysmic describes events that cause sudden and significant destruction or alteration, often on a large scale.
Synonyms
  • catastrophic
  • disastrous
  • devastating