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apocalyptic

[uh-pok-uh-lip-tik] / əˌpɒk əˈlɪp tɪk /
ADJECTIVE
fateful
Synonyms


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There are reasons to question the most apocalyptic forecasts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 16, 2026

Gen. William “Jerry” Boykin were apparent adherents to these apocalyptic beliefs.

From Salon • Mar. 15, 2026

Relentless storms and near‑constant rainfall – described as "apocalyptic" by one expert – have brought some of the South West's worst flooding in decades.

From BBC • Mar. 1, 2026

Victor recounts apocalyptic scenes at the front near Vovchansk in the Donbas.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

Now I project it out into an apocalyptic future.

From "The Sun Is Also a Star" by Nicola Yoon