Dystopian Terminology

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

• The scientists warned that a global apocalypse could occur if we do not take immediate action to address climate change.
• I heard that movie about the zombie apocalypse is really scary.
• Dude, did you see that new video game? It's like an apocalypse simulator!
• After the breakup, she felt like her world was ending, like an emotional apocalypse.

adjective relating to or predicting the complete destruction of the world

• The scientist predicted that if we don't take action, the consequences could be apocalyptic.
• Dude, have you seen that apocalyptic movie on Netflix? It's crazy!
• The party last night was an apocalyptic disaster.
• Her breakup felt like the end of the world, it was truly apocalyptic.