cataclysmic

Meanings

• adjective

  Relating to or causing great and sudden destruction, typically as a result of a natural disaster or major political upheaval.

  - "The cataclysmic eruption of the volcano destroyed the nearby village."
  - "The cataclysmic political changes in the Middle East have had far-reaching consequences."

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Rhymes

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apocalyptic , hypnotic , sympathetic

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Variants

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cataclysm , cataclysmal , cataclysmic , cataclysmically , cataclysms

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Etymology

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From the Greek word kataklysmos, meaning 'deluge' or 'sweeping over'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'cataclysmic' was first used in English in the 16th century.

2. The most cataclysmic event in recorded history is believed to be the supernova explosion that created the Crab Nebula around 1054 AD.

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Related Concepts

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1. apocalyptic: Relating to or describing the end of the world, as in apocalyptic literature or prophecy.

2. disaster: A calamitous event, often causing great damage or loss.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'cataclysmic' is often used to describe the sudden and dramatic turning point in a story. In science, it is used to describe natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions or earthquakes that cause massive destruction.

How to Memorize "cataclysmic"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a massive earthquake or volcanic eruption, causing widespread destruction and chaos.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'cataclysmic' with the idea of sudden and dramatic change.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the 'C' in cataclysmic stands for 'catastrophic'.

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