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apocalyptic

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


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In most countries, investors today have the miraculous privilege of being able to compound their wealth over long periods without facing the apocalyptic forces that have wreaked havoc throughout history.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

This is very bad, although hardly a Ghostbusters-style, apocalyptic vision that includes human sacrifice and mass hysteria.

From Barron's • May 1, 2026

But after a few sustained cycles of apocalyptic coverage of this social trend, some major outlets have finally started to examine the real reasons why birth rates are dropping.

From Salon • Apr. 20, 2026

"For some this is an apocalyptic event, for others it seems to be a lot of hype," Martin told the BBC.

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

“Wait until she hears of my apocalyptic meeting with Miss O’Hara.”

From "A Confederacy of Dunces" by John Kennedy Toole




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