Doom Definition & Meaning
doom
- noun
- an unpleasant or disastrous destiny; "everyone was aware of the approaching doom but was helpless to avoid it"; "that's unfortunate but it isn't the end of the world"
- verb
- decree or designate beforehand; "She was destined to become a great pianist"
- pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law; "He was condemned to ten years in prison"
- make certain of the failure or destruction of; "This decision will doom me to lose my position"
"Doom" in song lyrics
See how doom is used in real songs:
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"You say you wanna battle, but that'd be your doom"
(2 Live Crew) — This is to Luke From the Posse -
"Mushroom and bloom over this gloom and doom"
2Mex — Shades of Orange -
"but I did it and now that I did it I felt doom"
69 Boyz — Catch 22
Words that rhyme with doom
Usage tips for "doom"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "doom" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for doom to find words that pair well.
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Generate a verseFrequently asked questions
- What does doom mean?
- an unpleasant or disastrous destiny; "everyone was aware of the approaching doom but was helpless to avoid it"; "that's unfortunate but it isn't the end of the world" decree or designate beforehand; "She was destined to become a great pianist" pronounce a sentence on (somebody) in a court of law; "He was condemned to ten years in prison" make certain of the failure or destruction of; "This decision will doom me to lose my position"
- What part of speech is doom?
- Doom is a noun and a verb.
- How many definitions does doom have?
- Doom has 4 definitions across 2 parts of speech (noun, verb).