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

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

resembling the end of the world; momentous or catastrophic

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