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CATASTROPHES

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There are 3 meanings of the word Catastrophes.

Catastrophes - as a noun

An event resulting in great loss and misfortune

Example: "The whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calamity15cataclysm18disaster9tragedy12
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bad luckmisfortune15
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

A state of extreme (usually irremediable) ruin and misfortune

Example: "Lack of funds has resulted in a catastrophe for our school system"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
disaster9

A sudden violent change in the earth's surface

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cataclysm18
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
geological phenomenon
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"Natural catastrophes like hurricanes and earthquakes can cause widespread destruction."
"The region has suffered multiple catastrophes in the past decade, leading to significant loss of life."
"The company's poor management decisions resulted in financial catastrophes."
"Preparation and prevention measures can help mitigate the impact of potential catastrophes."
"The documentary explores various ecological catastrophes and their long-term consequences."
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Word Game Points

Is CATASTROPHES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, catastrophes is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CATASTROPHES has a SCRABBLE points total of 19.

Is CATASTROPHES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, catastrophes is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CATASTROPHES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 20.

Is CATASTROPHES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, catastrophes is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CATASTROPHES has a WORDFEUD points total of 21.

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