cataclysm
/ˈkætəˌklɪzm̩/
cataclysm
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- 1.
A sudden and violent event, especially a natural disaster or social upheaval that causes immense change.
"The asteroid impact caused a global cataclysm."
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The meteor strike caused a global cataclysm.
The meteor strike caused a global cataclysm.
We need to prepare for the economic cataclysm that might follow.
We need to prepare for the economic cataclysm that might follow.
The research paper discussed the potential ecological cataclysm from climate change.
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How do you pronounce cataclysm?
cataclysm is pronounced [/ˈkætəˌklɪzm̩/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does cataclysm mean?
cataclysm means "cataclysm". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is cataclysm?
cataclysm is a Advanced-level word.
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Example: "The meteor strike caused a global cataclysm." — used to mean "cataclysm".
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