Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
naufragio
noun
/naw-fra-HEE-oh/
Definition
The term ‘naufragio’ refers to a shipwreck or maritime disaster, where a vessel sinks or is severely damaged, often resulting in loss of life or cargo.
Examples
- The naufragio of the Titanic remains one of the most studied maritime disasters in history.
- Many lives were lost in the naufragio off the coast of the island.
- After the naufragio, rescue teams worked tirelessly to locate survivors.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘naufragio’ can symbolize any situation of significant failure or disaster.
Synonyms
- shipwreck
- maritime disaster
- wreck
- loss at sea