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Catastrophic
Part of Speech: Adjective
Definition: Involving or causing great damage, disaster, or utter failure.
Senses:
- Of or relating to a catastrophe.
- Causing widespread destruction or devastation.
- Resulting in utter failure or collapse.
Popular Usages:
- The earthquake had a catastrophic effect on the city, leaving thousands homeless.
- The company suffered a catastrophic loss due to the global financial crisis.
- Failure to address climate change may lead to catastrophic consequences for the planet.
Local Usages:
- The tornado caused catastrophic damage to several local businesses.
- With a catastrophic failure of the power grid, the town was left in complete darkness.
- The team's catastrophic defeat was a major blow to the morale of the local community.
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