catastrophic (B2)

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˌkætəˈstrɒfɪk/

Definition

Involving or causing a sudden, immense, and widespread disaster or misfortune.

Examples

• The oil spill had a catastrophic impact on the marine ecosystem.

• Failing to prepare for the hurricane proved to be a catastrophic mistake.

• The company faced catastrophic losses after the economic downturn.

How to Use catastrophic

catastrophic impact on (prepositional phrase)

Having a very bad effect on something. — "The drought had a catastrophic impact on the region's agriculture."

catastrophic loss (collocation)

A very great or complete loss. — "The company reported a catastrophic loss of revenue this quarter."

Synonyms of catastrophic

Words with a similar meaning to catastrophic:

• disastrous
• ruinous
• devastating
• calamitous

Antonyms of catastrophic

Words with the opposite meaning to catastrophic:

• beneficial
• advantageous

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