apocalyptic
1 of 1adjective/ə.ˌpɑ.kə.ˈlɪp.tɪk/
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predicting or describing catastrophic events that lead to total destruction or the end of the world
- The film had an apocalyptic tone, depicting a future ravaged by war and famine.
- The sky turned dark, creating an apocalyptic atmosphere as the storm approached.
- The novel's apocalyptic vision warned of the dangers of unchecked climate change.
- The prophet’s apocalyptic messages filled the people with fear of impending doom.
- The apocalyptic event left the city in ruins, with few survivors to tell the tale.
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relating to the end of the world or catastrophic destruction
- The apocalyptic novel depicted a world devastated by nuclear war.
- Some religious texts contain apocalyptic prophecies about the end times.
- The film portrayed an apocalyptic scenario where a virus wiped out most of humanity.
- Climate scientists warn of apocalyptic consequences if urgent action is not taken to address global warming.
- The abandoned cityscape in the video game created an eerie, apocalyptic atmosphere.