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Apocalypse

🇬🇧 UK //əˈpɒklɪps// 🇺🇸 US //əˈpɑːklɪps//

Meaning of Apocalypse

A dramatic end of the world scenario often involving cataclysmic events.

In simple words: The end of the world or a great disaster.

Apocalypse in a sentence

• The film depicted a terrifying apocalypse where humanity struggled to survive.
• Many religions have legends about an impending apocalypse and the final judgment.
• Scientists warn that climate change could lead to an environmental apocalypse.
• The book describes the events leading up to the apocalypse in thrilling detail.
• An apocalypse can be brought about by nuclear war, natural disasters, or pandemics.

How to use Apocalypse

Use 'apocalypse' in both formal discussions about events and in informal conversations about disasters. Avoid casual settings.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'a-pocalypse' as 'a pop of the world ending'.

Related words

Collocations with Apocalypse

• post-apocalypse
• apocalypse now
• the apocalypse is coming
• apocalyptic events
• apocalypse scenario

Synonyms for Apocalypse

• doomsday
• catastrophe
• disaster
• Armageddon
• end times

Opposites of Apocalypse

• peace
• utopia

Common mistakes with Apocalypse

• Confusing 'apocalypse' with 'apocalyptic', which describes something related to the end times.
• Using 'apocalypse' to refer to non-catastrophic situations.

Frequently asked questions about Apocalypse

What does Apocalypse mean?

The end of the world or a great disaster.

What is the definition of Apocalypse?

A dramatic end of the world scenario often involving cataclysmic events.

How do you use Apocalypse in a sentence?

The film depicted a terrifying apocalypse where humanity struggled to survive.

Can you give another example of Apocalypse?

Many religions have legends about an impending apocalypse and the final judgment.

What are synonyms for Apocalypse?

Common alternatives include doomsday, catastrophe, disaster, Armageddon, end times.

What is the opposite of Apocalypse?

Opposite meanings include peace, utopia.

What words go with Apocalypse?

It commonly pairs with post-apocalypse, apocalypse now, the apocalypse is coming, apocalyptic events, apocalypse scenario.

What are common mistakes when using Apocalypse?

Confusing 'apocalypse' with 'apocalyptic', which describes something related to the end times. Using 'apocalypse' to refer to non-catastrophic situations.

How do you pronounce Apocalypse?

US: //əˈpɑːklɪps//, UK: //əˈpɒklɪps//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Apocalypse?

Use 'apocalypse' in both formal discussions about events and in informal conversations about disasters. Avoid casual settings.