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Catastrophe

Definition:

A catastrophe refers to a sudden and widespread disaster or a great misfortune that causes significant damage, loss, or suffering. It can also describe a complete failure or a disastrous event.

Examples:

Noun (Natural Disaster):

1. The earthquake that struck the city was a catastrophic event, leaving many people homeless and causing extensive damage to buildings.

2. Hurricanes can result in catastrophic damage to coastal areas, causing destruction and loss of life.

Noun (Large-Scale Misfortune):

1. The financial crisis of 2008 was a catastrophe for the global economy, leading to a recession and widespread job losses.

2. Losing all the data due to a computer virus was an absolute catastrophe for the company.

Noun (Complete Failure):

1. The company's new product launch turned into a catastrophe when it received negative reviews from customers.

2. The play was a catastrophe with poorly executed scenes and forgotten lines.

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