Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catastrophic-destruction
Noun
ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk dɪˈstrʌkʃən
Definition
Catastrophic destruction refers to severe damage or devastation that results from an event of significant proportion, often leading to widespread loss and change.
Examples
- The earthquake caused catastrophic destruction across the entire city.
- Hurricanes can lead to catastrophic destruction of homes and infrastructure.
- The oil spill resulted in catastrophic destruction of marine ecosystems.
Meaning
The term is used to describe the serious and often irreversible harm caused by disastrous events, such as natural disasters, war, or major accidents.
Synonyms
- devastation
- ruin
- desolation
- calamity
- disaster
