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calamitous

[kəˈlamɪtəs]

calamitous Definition

causing or involving calamity; disastrous.

Using calamitous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "calamitous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The earthquake was a calamitous event that destroyed the entire city.

  • Example

    The company's decision to lay off half of its employees proved to be a calamitous mistake.

  • Example

    The team's performance in the championship game was calamitous, resulting in a humiliating defeat.

calamitous Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for calamitous

Antonyms for calamitous

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Summary: calamitous in Brief

The term 'calamitous' [kəˈlamɪtəs] refers to something that causes or involves a disaster or catastrophe. It is often used to describe events or decisions that have negative consequences, such as 'The earthquake was a calamitous event that destroyed the entire city.' 'Calamitous' has synonyms like 'disastrous' and 'catastrophic,' and antonyms like 'fortunate' and 'auspicious.'