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apocalyptic
01
predicting or describing catastrophic events that lead to total destruction or the end of the world
Examples
The film had an apocalyptic tone, depicting a future ravaged by war and famine.
The sky turned dark, creating an apocalyptic atmosphere as the storm approached.
02
relating to the end of the world or catastrophic destruction
Examples
The apocalyptic novel depicted a world devastated by nuclear war.
Some religious texts contain apocalyptic prophecies about the end times.
