Apocalypse

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Pronunciation: /əˈpɑkəˌlɪps/

Definitions of apocalypse

noun a great disaster or catastrophic event, often seen as a final judgment or the end of the world

Example Sentences

A1 Some people believe that the world will end in an apocalypse.

A2 The movie they watched was about a post-apocalyptic world.

B1 The survivors of the apocalypse struggled to rebuild society.

B2 Scientists have warned about the potential consequences of a global apocalypse.

C1 The novel depicted a vivid and realistic portrayal of an apocalypse.

C2 The government had contingency plans in place in case of a catastrophic apocalypse.

Examples of apocalypse in a Sentence

formal The scientists warned that a global apocalypse could occur if we do not take immediate action to address climate change.

informal I heard that movie about the zombie apocalypse is really scary.

slang Dude, did you see that new video game? It's like an apocalypse simulator!

figurative After the breakup, she felt like her world was ending, like an emotional apocalypse.

Grammatical Forms of apocalypse

plural

apocalypses

comparative

more apocalyptic

superlative

most apocalyptic

present tense

apocalypses

future tense

will apocalypse

perfect tense

have apocalypsed

continuous tense

is apocalypsing

singular

apocalypse

positive degree

apocalyptic

infinitive

to apocalypse

gerund

apocalypsing

participle

apocalypsed

Origin and Evolution of apocalypse

First Known Use: 1250 year
Language of Origin: Greek
Story behind the word: The word 'apocalypse' comes from the Greek word 'apokalypsis' meaning 'uncovering' or 'revelation'. It is derived from the verb 'apokalyptein' which means 'to uncover' or 'reveal'.
Evolution of the word: Originally used in the context of religious texts such as the Book of Revelation in the Bible, the word 'apocalypse' has evolved to also refer to any catastrophic event or widespread destruction. It has taken on a more general meaning of a final and conclusive end or ultimate disaster.