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Synonyms for Catastrophic & Similar Words

Definition of catastrophic

adjective
  1. extremely harmful; bringing physical or financial ruin; "a catastrophic depression"; "catastrophic illness"; "a ruinous course of action"

2 synonyms found

Writing tips for "catastrophic"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like harmful, ruinous can replace "catastrophic" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.

"Catastrophic" in song lyrics

See how catastrophic is used in real songs:

  • "Ap'll rock it, the results are catastrophic"
    Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Motive — Demigodzilla
  • "Spend it on some ol high performance, Catastrophic"
    C-Bo f/ E-40 — 40 & C-Bo
  • "for years we ran our projects like a marathon, its catastrophic"
    Cormega — Beautiful Mind

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Frequently asked questions

What are synonyms for catastrophic?
Synonyms for catastrophic include: harmful, ruinous.
How many synonyms does catastrophic have?
Catastrophic has 2 synonyms.

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