Meaning of the word crashing in English

What does crashing mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crashing

US /ˈkræʃ.ɪŋ/
UK /ˈkræʃ.ɪŋ/

Adjective

very large and noticeable, often in a negative way

Example:
The company suffered a crashing defeat in the market.
There was a crashing silence after his announcement.