Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
catastrophic event
noun
/ˌkætəˈstrɑːfɪk ɪˈvɛnt/
Definition
A sudden and widespread disaster that causes significant damage, destruction, or loss.
Examples
- Hurricane Katrina was one of the most devastating catastrophic events in U.S. history.
- The sudden earthquake was a catastrophic event that left many families homeless.
- Preparing for a catastrophic event involves having emergency plans and supplies ready.
Meaning
A catastrophic event refers to an occurrence that results in severe consequences, affecting life, property, and the environment. Such events often require large-scale emergency responses and may have long-term effects on affected communities.
Synonyms
- disaster
- calamity
- tragedy
- cataclysm
- catastrophe
