Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fail-catastrophically
verb
/feɪl kəˈtastrəˌfɪkli/
Definition
To fail in a way that results in a significant disaster or negative outcome.
Examples
- When the power grid went down, the system failed catastrophically, leaving millions without electricity.
- The rocket failed catastrophically during launch, resulting in the loss of the vehicle and its payload.
- Due to a lack of preparation, the project failed catastrophically, leading to significant financial losses.
Meaning
When something fails catastrophically, it typically means the failure is severe and has serious consequences. This term is often used in contexts such as engineering, projects, or systems that break down in a major way.
Synonyms
- collapse
- crash
- break down
- fail dramatically
- fall apart
