DISASTER
(noun)Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Disaster.
How to pronounce disaster:
US
Disaster - as a noun
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)
catastrophe18An event resulting in great loss and misfortune
Example: "The whole city was affected by the irremediable calamity"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
calamity15cataclysm18catastrophe18tragedy12Hypernyms (Closely Related)
bad luckmisfortune15Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
An act that has disastrous consequences
Example Sentences
"The earthquake caused a major disaster in the city."
"The hurricane resulted in a widespread disaster along the coast."
"The oil spill was an environmental disaster for the marine life."
"The train derailment was a disaster that led to multiple casualties."
"The failed construction project turned into a financial disaster for the company."
Word Game Points
Is DISASTER a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, disaster is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
DISASTER has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.
Is DISASTER a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, disaster is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordDISASTER has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.
Is DISASTER a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, disaster is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordDISASTER has a WORDFEUD points total of 9.
