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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

catastrophe

/kætˈæstrəfi/ noun · British & US
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What does catastrophe mean?

noun

A sudden and very sad or frightening event, especially one that causes a lot of damage or loss of life. A complete or utter failure.

Example

"The earthquake was a catastrophe for the city, causing widespread destruction and loss of life."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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