Meaning of the word apocalyptic in English

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apocalyptic

US /əˌpɑː.kəˈlɪp.t̬ɪ.k/
UK /əˌpɒk.əˈlɪp.tɪk/

Adjective

1.

describing or prophesying the complete destruction of the world

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The movie depicted an apocalyptic future where humanity was on the brink of extinction.
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The book contains apocalyptic prophecies about the end of the world.
2.

resembling the end of the world; momentous or catastrophic

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The storm caused apocalyptic damage to the coastal town.
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The scene after the earthquake was truly apocalyptic.
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