English

disaster

dɪˈzæs.tɚ
Meaning: a sudden event causing great damage or loss of life
Part of Speech: Noun

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Example sentences

The earthquake was a major natural disaster.
The earthquake was a major natural disaster.
This is a fucking disaster.
This is a fucking disaster.
Clean water is essential for survival after a disaster.
Clean water is essential for survival after a disaster.
The destruction of the rainforest is an ecological disaster.
The destruction of the rainforest is an ecological disaster.
She showed great compassion for the victims of the natural disaster.
She showed great compassion for the victims of the natural disaster.

Usage Notes

Can refer to natural events (earthquakes, floods) or human-made accidents. It can also be used informally for something that is a total failure.

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