World Languages Lexicon
10 Language-to-English Dictionariesapocalypse
Pronunciation / Transliteration: apocalypse
"Le film raconte l'histoire d'une apocalypse zombie."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
1 sense- 1
An event involving destruction or damage on a catastrophic scale.
"The movie depicts a nuclear apocalypse and its aftermath."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
Derived from the ancient Greek word apokalypsis, meaning 'uncovering' or 'revelation', formed from apo- ('un-') and kalyptein ('to cover'). Historically associated with prophetic literature revealing ultimate cosmic truths, the term evolved in modern usage to signify a catastrophic event marking the end of the world or widespread destruction.
Which of the following is the closest synonym for "Apocalypse"?
10 Global Lexicons: How "Apocalypse" is said worldwide
Click any language below to open its dedicated Language to English dictionary page with native script & transliteration
apocalypse
Transliteration: apocalypse
"Le film raconte l'histoire d'une apocalypse zombie."
Apokalypse
Transliteration: Apokalypse
"Die Menschheit stand kurz vor der Apokalypse."
apocalisse
Transliteration: apocalisse
"Molti temono un'apocalisse nucleare."
apocalipsis
Transliteration: apocalipsis
"Sobrevivieron al apocalipsis zombie."
apocalipse
Transliteration: apocalipse
"O livro descreve o fim do mundo como um apocalipse."
प्रलय
Transliteration: pralay
"वैज्ञानिकों का मानना है कि एक दिन पृथ्वी पर प्रलय आ सकती है।"
天启
Transliteration: tiān qì
"这部电影描绘了世界末日的景象。"
종말
Transliteration: jongmal
"그들은 핵전쟁 이후의 종말에서 살아남았다."
黙示録
Transliteration: mokushiroku
"その映画は世界の黙示録を描いている。"
Related Vocabulary Words to Explore
View all French termsPlacing the customer's needs, experiences, and preferences at the center of a business's philosophy, operations, and decision-making.
The cold temperature or biting quality of the air characteristic of winter.
To walk with difficulty, typically because of physical injury or stiffness in the legs or feet.
Explore Nuanced Synonyms for "Apocalypse"
Discover exact matches, context-specific alternatives, and antonyms with intensity ratings in the VocabDictionary Thesaurus.
Enhance Your Writing & Grammar Precision
Linguistic Origins & Word Stories
View all stories →How Are Palisade Cells Adapted for Photosynthesis (and Why Are They Called 'Palisade')?
Palisade mesophyll cells are column-shaped, densely packed with chloroplasts, and positioned near the leaf's upper surface to maximize light absorption for photosynthesis. Their name comes from the French word for a defensive fence of wooden stakes, referencing their tightly aligned, upright cellular structure.
What is a SLOT SWOT Analysis and How Do You Actually Do One?
A SLOT SWOT analysis is an expanded strategic planning framework that blends personal or organizational 'SLOT' (Strengths, Limitations, Opportunities, Threats) metrics with traditional 'SWOT' dynamics. It provides a granular approach to evaluating internal capabilities against external market realities.