Catastrophic

Synonyms of catastrophic

• devastating
• disastrous
• calamitous

Antonyms of catastrophic

• positive
• beneficial
• favorable

Collocations of catastrophic

failure

Frequency: 70 %

The project was a catastrophic failure, resulting in huge financial losses.

consequences

Frequency: 60 %

The decision had catastrophic consequences for the company, leading to its eventual closure.

impact

Frequency: 55 %

The pandemic had a catastrophic impact on the economy, resulting in job losses and business closures.

damage

Frequency: 50 %

The earthquake caused catastrophic damage to the city, leaving many homeless.

event

Frequency: 45 %

The hurricane was a catastrophic event that caused widespread destruction.

Idiomatic Expressions for catastrophic

• Phrase: catastrophic consequences
  Meaning: serious and severe outcomes resulting from a disastrous event
  Usage: The decision to cut down the rainforest will have catastrophic consequences for the environment.