Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

götterdämmerung

noun

/ˈɡɒtəˌdɛmərəŋ/

Definition

A dramatic conclusion or downfall, especially in a tragic context.

Examples

Shakespeare’s plays often feature a götterdammerung that leaves characters grappling with the ruins of their ambitions.
The financial crisis acted as a götterdammerung for many corporations, leading to an unexpected downfall.

Meaning

Literally translated as ‘Twilight of the Gods,’ this term refers to the final events of the world or a catastrophic collapse of order, often used in literature and drama.