Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
desastre
Noun
/dɪˈzæstər/
Definition
A sudden event that causes great damage or destruction.
Examples
- After the earthquake, the city was in a state of disaster.
- The oil spill was an environmental disaster that affected marine life.
- During the storm, many families were evacuated to safety before the disaster struck.
Meaning
Desastre refers to a catastrophic event that leads to significant loss, harm, or devastation, often affecting people, property, and the environment.
Synonyms
- catastrophe
- calamity
- tragedy
- crisis
- cataclysm