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